Jillm, the other thing about probiotics is that some strains have a tendency to be good for calming IBS-D & others better for IBS-C. I think you're wise to give them & the kefir a rest for a while & see whether your tummy calms down, then if you need to experiment to try to improve your IBS, maybe try again when you get back from Greece. Maybe have a look at Optibac's website if you haven't already - there are reviews & you can ask their staff questions, I think.
The milder natural yoghurts can be calming - not the acidic tasting or high fat varieties just now, but even the bland ones may be too much if your system is really off balance & protesting at the cultures it may be regarding as invaders. I love the Total 2% fat whisked with semi-skimmed milk to consistency of double cream poured over cereal or fruit salad, so that may be a gentler way to try to improve your digestion for the longer term, once you're back & not worried about a flare away from home.
Yes, you could pack the probiotics & Immodium so you have an option for any eventuality, but bear in mind it may take a little while for your system to reset itself naturally after the upset of the antibiotics. All those lovely Greek veggies dishes with olive oil may be asking a bit much of it too in its current delicate state, so you may need to choose wisely when you eat out!
Do the mindfulness thing while you're there - focus on the lovely sea, the gorgeous mountains, the Spring greenery, really listen to the sound of the waves, feel the breeze on your skin, the sand under your feet - anything that grabs your attention & diverts you from worrying about what's going on in your body. The weirdness of menopause can so overshadow everything but the change in surroundings might just be enough to give you a break from its grip. I really hope so. We would move to Greece tomorrow if we could, so I envy you the holiday. Have a really fab time & keep cool!
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