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 of these is fibromyalgia, a long-term condition that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 relationship with my weight has always been a...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
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 been interested in trying yoga to see if...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 inflammatory bowel disease: diet. Whether it's arguing over...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 with CBT, it is a talk-based therapy that...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
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 fryers are a "must purchase" at the moment...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 your period itself? Premenstrual syndrome (or PMS for...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 skins only use a handful of ingredients, are...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
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 some point. Summer months can be particularly difficult...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
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 have often shared recipes and useful foods that...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
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 really quick but delicious breakfast that can be...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
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 meal you can make when you're low on...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 time to come off Humira. I have been...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
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 be useful for me to share a guide...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 consider, whether that's financials, childcare, or even the...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
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 disturbed sleep, whether that's due to symptoms keeping...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
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 psychological stress impedes the body's ability to fight...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
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 I still LOVE my slow cooker all year...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 one of the few meals he'll eat time...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
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, the internet, and chatting with other patients. Sometimes...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
