Hi there Peluche,

So sorry abotu what you are going through. I really don't think the licorice was the cause of your diarrhea in the first place. In fact, some people take lictorice capsules to STOP from having diarrhea.

I hope you can see the humor in this ... but you don't suppose its the WATER in the states?? 🙂 Actually, there may be SOME truth to it... I would get a pitcher and Brita filer and drink only filtered water for awhile. Can't hurt. A change in water can cause quite an upset in some...not all...people.

You might have somehow gotten some kind of parasites or worms (from ANY kind of food)... Doctors are not overly enthusiastic to believe that... but those into alternative medicines ARE.

I am 75 and developed IBS about 7 yrs ago and had no cramping or pain when it first started... I KNOW (although not everyone believes it) that stress can result in ANY kind of malady and you underwent a big change with the move. Have you gone to the doctor to have your stool tested? It might be worth a try. Good luck and keep us posted!
Bettsann