# Interstitial Cystitis (IC) — aka Painful Bladder Syndrome

> Nutrition and lifestyle guidance for managing Interstitial Cystitis (IC) symptoms. (iPhone/iPad app by Personal Remedies, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interstitial-cystitis-ic/id1251662518 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Personal Remedies, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/555049180)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 1.40/5 from 18 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 5.1.1 · 1 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2017-08-18
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interstitial-cystitis-ic/id1251662518/reviews.md

## What is Interstitial Cystitis (IC)?

Choose This not That for Interstitial Cystitis (IC). Inside this colorful app, you will find easy to follow suggestions on how to improve your health through nutrition and the food choices you make every day. This app provides comprehensive and actionable nutrition guidelines for how to prevent and reduce your pain and manage symptoms of IC also known as Painful Bladder Syndrome. If you rather tackle health issues and risks through proper nutrition and lifestyle changes then this app is for you!

A number of features make this app so different and superior to others in the market:

• Is this food good for me? Answer to the common question about suitability of various food items for your personal situation, in an easy to understand and colorful graphic form.

• This publication is the only one in the market that offers dietary guidance for IC AND its combination with the following most likely health issues: anxiety, celiac disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, constipation, depression, fibromyalgia, headache, IBS, stress and Vitamin D deficiency. Also included is anti-inflammation diet.

• Top-5 items to do or eat, and the top-5 things to avoid.

• Recommendations on the best food choices within a food group, based on your personal profile. An extremely valuable tool when at restaurants or when grocery shopping. Over 850 food items are included.

• ACTIONABLE information on what is good, what is bad, and what is neutral for your condition(s). We single out specific food items, and give you an ordered list of helpful and harmful foods within each food group.

• Suggestions on appropriate life style choices, alternative therapies and herbal remedies, when such options are promising and available to you.

The content of this app is licensed from Personal Remedies, LLC. The primary sources used by Personal Remedies are US government sources such as USDA (US Department of Agriculture), NIH (National Institute of Health) agencies, and leading clinics & universities.

Personal Remedies is the publisher of the largest collection of health and nutrition apps for chronic conditions. Based in metro-Boston, home to the highest ranking healthcare providers and academic institutions in the world.

The information presented by this app is updated by our team as needed and on an ongoing basis. Updates happen seamlessly, and do NOT require frequent inconvenient downloads of a new version of the app.

“This technology was developed using the most current clinical evidence-based information that is available in the US. Behind this technology there is a team of expert clinicians, scientists, endocrinologists, oncologists, and other specialists who are passionate about bridging the gap between expert knowledge and the patient.“ 
Katya Tsaioun, PhD, Nutrition, Tufts University; L.D.N.

“Proper nutrition and other alternative treatments show great promise in preventing and treating many of the illnesses that we deal with every day. I encourage all my patients to follow appropriate nutrition and research other options for themselves. The Choose This Not That series are an excellent step towards improving people’s knowledge in this area.”
Shahin Tabatabaei, MD
Mass General Hospital; Harvard Medical School

“The Choose This Not That series of apps provide dietary recommendations focused on common chronic health problems. They are easy to understand and thus easy to implement into daily life. Most doctors would find it difficult to discuss dietary recommendations at the level of detail found in the series. They should serve as a valuable complement in helping people manage chronic illnesses through dietary and lifestyle modifications.”
Andrew S. Lenhardt, MD 
Personalized Medicine, Well Life, Peabody, MA

## Key features

- Food suitability for IC and related conditions
- Dietary guidance for combined health issues
- Top food choices and avoidances
- Personalized food recommendations
- Actionable information on food impact
- Lifestyle and alternative therapy suggestions

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interstitial-cystitis-ic/id1251662518/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Disappointing

*2023-01-15, version 1.0*

The app is slow when using it and does not have a wealth of information like the App Store suggests. Not worth the money. Poorly put together and not functional.

### 1/5 — Can’t log in

*2020-09-15, version 1.0*

This is a horrible app. Can’t log in. Takes forever to get to the screen to see Information

### 1/5 — An exercise in frustration

*2019-11-29, version 1.0*

Incredibly poor performance.  The app is completely dependent on remote servers, and those servers are generally not working.  If you want to spend a long time waiting for every little thing, finally just to be rewarded with a connection error, then this is the app for you.

**Developer response:** So sorry that you had difficulties with access to the network. At times there can be temporary down time with our hosting companies such as when they upgrade their hardware or network, but it is very rare. Otherwise, as long as you have good internet connection the response time is immediate.

### 1/5 — No directions

*2019-03-10, version 1.0*

I tried to create a login. There are no directions as to what the username and password requirements are such as capital letter, numbers, etc requirements. It won’t work but I have no idea what to change.

**Developer response:** So sorry if you had problems with Sign Up process. As a new user, you must tap on Sign Up and not Login. There are no specific requirements for username and password. But you need to close the on-screen keyboard before you tap on any buttons. I wish you had emailed us so we could help you immediately. Wishing you good health.

### 1/5 — IC you

*2018-08-08, version 1.0*

I dn loaded this app several x’s and every single time I could not get registered.  I kept getting the notice of needing a “code”.  I don’t know where I was suppose to get the “code”.  Trying to get this app to utilize was a complete and literal waste of my time; every single time I tried.

**Developer response:** Sorry about your frustration. The first time you launch the app, you should click on Sign Up. Next, YOU choose your usercode and password, and create your profile. You need to close the on-screen keyboard before you tap on any buttons. I hope you use the app and get your IC under control. If any questions email us at apps@personalremedies.com for quick reply. Wishing you good health.

### 2/5 — Not enough food options

*2018-03-04, version 1.0*

I’ve just downloaded but couldn’t find pecans under nuts and no wine rating under beverages. Will update review later. For the cost it should be MUCH better than similar apps.

**Developer response:** You will find both Pecans and Wine listed under Detailed Nutrition Guide under Nuts & Seeds, and Desserts/Snacks/Beverages respectively, as not helpful to those suffering from IC. You can also search under Is This Good for Me feature which clearly shows that both food items need to be avoided. Under the Suggest feature they will not show up, because the app will not "suggest" an item that should be avoided. If any other issue, please email us at apps@personalremedies.com for quick response.

## Frequently asked questions about Interstitial Cystitis (IC)

### What is Interstitial Cystitis (IC)?

Interstitial Cystitis (IC), also known as Painful Bladder Syndrome, is a chronic condition characterized by bladder pressure and pain.

### What kind of information does Interstitial Cystitis (IC) provide?

Interstitial Cystitis (IC) offers comprehensive nutrition guidelines and actionable advice on food choices to help prevent and reduce pain associated with IC. It also includes lifestyle suggestions and alternative therapies.

### Does Interstitial Cystitis (IC) offer guidance for other health issues?

Yes, this app provides dietary guidance for IC in combination with common health issues like anxiety, celiac disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, constipation, depression, fibromyalgia, headache, IBS, stress, and Vitamin D deficiency, as well as anti-inflammation diets.

### How is the information in Interstitial Cystitis (IC) sourced?

The content is licensed from Personal Remedies, LLC, and primarily uses US government sources like USDA and NIH, along with leading clinics and universities.

### How often is Interstitial Cystitis (IC) updated?

The information is updated by the team as needed and on an ongoing basis, with seamless updates that do not require frequent inconvenient downloads of new versions.

### What is the price of Interstitial Cystitis (IC)?

Interstitial Cystitis (IC) is available for a one-time purchase of $3.99.

### What devices does Interstitial Cystitis (IC) support?

Interstitial Cystitis (IC) is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Interstitial Cystitis (IC)?

The app has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for teenagers and older.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2017-08-18

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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