Fibromyalgia and IBD: What's the Connection?It's no surprise that when it comes to inflammatory bowel disease, we are at more risk of experiencing other chronic conditions. One...reactionscomments
Stepping on the Scale: How IBD Has Impacted My Weight and Body ImageThere are many routine questions asked at my doctor's check-ups and one of those is always: How much do you weigh? My...reactions3comments
Trying Yoga to Help My Crohn's: 4 Things I LearnedHow often do we hear about health trends and wonder, "Could it work for me?" One of these is yoga. I've always...reactionscomments
Why Is Diet So Hard to Talk About With IBD?Other than the mention of a "cure," there is only one topic that causes more controversy when it comes to living with...reactionscomments
Can Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Help With IBD?A few years ago, after struggling with postnatal anxiety, I discovered cognitive behavioral therapy (or CBT for short). If you're not familiar...reactions1comment
Low-FODMAP, Low-Residue Air Fryer Potato WedgesToday I wanted to share a new air fryer recipe that's super easy to make which is gluten-free, low-FODMAP, and low-residue. Air...reactionscomments
5 Tips for Tackling PMS With Crohn's DiseaseI've previously talked about my top tips for tackling your period with Crohn's disease. But what about the days leading up to...reactionscomments
Low-Residue, Low-FODMAP, Dairy-Free Cheesy Baked Potato SkinsToday I'm back with a super simple recipe that I always make if I am on a low-residue diet. These cheesy potato...reactions4comments
Living With a Fistula in the Summer MonthsFistulas are a common part of living with IBD. It's thought about one-third of people with Crohn's will develop a fistula at...reactions1comment
What I Eat and Drink During the Summer With Crohn’sToday is one of the hottest days in the UK but we still have many weeks of summer ahead of us. I...reactions3comments
Mango and Strawberry Baked OatsI am a big fan of oat-based breakfasts: whether that's overnight oats or making baked oats first thing. Baked oats are a...reactions4comments
5 Ingredient Gluten-Free Veggie Pizza PitasToday I am back with a super simple recipe and that is my gluten-free veggie pizza pitas. This is a very quick...reactionscomments
When It’s Time to Come Off HumiraI have often blogged about my Humira diaries and today it is time for another Humira update: according to my doctors, it's...reactions2comments
The Elemental Diet and Crohn’s DiseaseThis month, I'm struggling with Crohn's symptoms and have been relying on elemental drinks when things get difficult. I thought it might...reactionscomments
Do More Women With IBD Choose to Stay Childless?The decision to have a child is a difficult one for lots of prospective parents. There are a lot of questions to...reactions2comments
5 Things I’m Doing to Improve My Sleep With IBDSleep with IBD is a difficult topic for many of us. Research has found about 75% of people with active disease report...reactions3comments
When Stressing Leads to FlaringA recent study has found psychological stress may be linked to IBD flare-ups, with the study concluding, "The main takeaway is that...reactions1comment
Low FODMAP Crockpot Chicken CurryToday I'm back with another slow cooker recipe (or crockpot as it's called in the U.S.). Yep, we're heading towards spring but...reactionscomments
Low-Residue Rice Krispies Chicken GoujonsToday's recipe is actually one that I originally made for my toddler. Chicken nuggets are a firm hit in our household. It's...reactions1comment
Should All Patients With IBD See a Dietitian?Navigating diet with Crohn's or ulcerative colitis can be a real minefield. There's only so much we can learn from food diaries...reactions1comment
