Roasted Crispy Chicken WingsI had never been a fan of chicken wings, primarily because they did not treat my sensitive stomach kindly. Between the spicy buffalo sauce and being deep-fried and often breaded, my...reactionscomments
The Difference of Having a Good CaregiverI had a very difficult, complicated year in 2021. I have lived in and out of the hospital due to several health events, learning to live and thrive on enteral...reactionscomments
Thankful For BiologicsDespite being actively ill with other diseases, including a troubling GI diagnosis, this is the closest I’ve come to deep and clinical remission in all 17 – going on 18...reactionscomments
Explaining IBD To Others: One Spoon At A TimeOften, I close myself off from friends and family when in a flare from ulcerative colitis. The considerate "how are you feeling?" conversations are met with my unenthusiastic one-word answers...reactions10comments
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Reaching for Remission... Right?Remission is what most people with IBD are striving for. It's also what our healthcare team is striving for, for us. However, what that actually means can be really confusing!...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
I Say "I’m Fine"… but I'm Probably Not.You will often hear people with IBD saying, "I'm fine," "I'm OK," or even, "I'm good." But are we really fine, OK, or good? And what are some of the...reactions20comments
The Drink That Hates My Guts: Colitis vs. Carbonated Beverages"Psst! Come closer. You know you want a sip." That’s what I heard in my head as I looked inside my tiny classroom refrigerator before heading to lunch with my...reactions8comments
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...reactionscomments
Spice Up Your IBD DietSpice. It is what runs the economy on planet Arrakis in Frank Herbert's novel (turned blockbuster movie) "Dune." It also appears to be an excellent way to improve gut health...reactions5comments
Flu or Flare?It was a hot June morning when I was sitting across the table from a client at the local Panera Bread when suddenly, it felt like a cold heavy wet...reactionscomments
The Rough Road to Diagnosis: From a Parent of a Child With Crohn’sIn 2014, when my son was 12 years old, I began to worry that his growth was slowing, as he didn’t seem to be moving past the 5th percentile in...reactions4comments
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...reactions1comment
Asking About Drug Side Effects and Weighing Your OptionsMost of us would love to take a medication and never experience any side effects. Who wants to deal with a skin rash or heightened energy or hair loss or...reactionscomments
Recovery After Partial ColectomyI had my partial colectomy on April 10, 2014. I remember that day vividly, as it was the day that my life changed for the better. The warm, spring day...reactionscomments
What’s It Like to Experience Tenesmus With IBD?The first time I experienced tenesmus, my bowel wasn't even connected to my butt! Go figure?! Actually, it’s not that complicated. I only had my colon for less than a...reactionscomments
Crohn's, Spinal Pain, and Chiropractic SupportOver the years that I've lived with Crohn's disease, I’ve been willing to try almost anything suggested to me by my doctors and medical professionals in order to best manage...reactionscomments
Sheet Pan Stir FryGetting enough veggies as a Crohn's patient can be difficult, but sometimes eating cooked veggies can be easier on the digestive system. One reason I love this stir fry is because...reactionscomments
Tips for Staying Mentally Strong After a Crohn’s DiagnosisWhen you are diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, your life turns upside down. Not only is your body in disarray and struggling to deal with symptoms but your mind, thoughts, and...reactionscomments
