Thriving with Crohn's DiseaseSeven years ago, I was not sure about anything. I’d been debilitatingly ill for a while already, with no answers and no reasonable treatment options. I was in and out...reactions3comments
One Simple Act That Can Potentially Help Your Crohn’s SymptomsSome days are better than others when living with Crohn’s. Perhaps we ate something that didn’t agree with our digestive system or our nerves got the best of us and...reactionscomments
Five Trigger Foods You Might Want To Avoid With Crohn's DiseaseDiet is a tricky subject. No two Crohn’s patients are identical. A food one patient can tolerate, another might find troublesome. What general advice can be given then that applies...reactions1comment
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help overcome barriers of location, time, and resources. This...reactionscomments
My Life as a Restroom CriticThirty-plus years as an IBD sufferer, and I can't even begin to tell you how many public restrooms I've experienced. Actually, any Crohn's or UC person possesses firsthand knowledge of...reactionscomments
Disability StigmaI recently ran across a post by a young woman who was told to “just apply for disability,” in response to her discussion on chronic illness and her financial well-being...reactionscomments
How IBD Has Impacted My TeethIs it just me, or are toothaches just the absolute worst? I have experienced so much pain with my IBD. But then, there's a toothache! Another level of completely different...reactions6comments
Grieving Comorbidities With IBDIt seems that every time I go to a doctor or new specialist, I end up walking out with a handful of things - but mostly, acronyms. New diagnoses. Almost...reactionscomments
When Your Own Family Cares to Know Nothing About Crohn’s DiseaseUnfortunately, I know I am not the only one that experiences this, but how disheartening is it to know that your own family has not taken the time to research...reactions9comments
Prepping for a Colonoscopy as a MomIf you have IBD, you are probably all too familiar with the "dreaded" colonoscopy. I put "dreaded" in quotes because I actually don't mind a colonoscopy. The test itself is...reactionscomments
Vegan Berry and Turmeric Smoothie (Dairy-Free, Low FODMAP)Today I'm back with another smoothie recipe. Smoothies are a great idea if you want to try and increase your fruit and vegetable intake. It's worth noting first of all...reactions2comments
A Brain-Dump On New Year's With Chronic IllnessIt’s hard not to get the New Year’s blues when everyone around you appears to be moving forward with life. I see my friends getting married, having babies, and living...reactionscomments
The Family Bathroom... Lessons from the StallYou know the feeling. You must find a restroom, now. Except, you’re not alone. You have a little one with you - a baby, a toddler, or even someone under...reactionscomments
UC during an Ice StormWhat do you get when you mix an ice storm with a colitis sufferer, a loss of electricity, and the final drip-drip of water from the bathroom faucet? “H-Have we...reactionscomments
To Eat, or Not to Eat? That Is the QuestionPeople with inflammatory bowel disease often avoid eating certain things because they're worried about the aftermath. I stopped eating altogether. Back in 2007, just before my diagnosis, I stopped eating...reactionscomments
Garden FrittataBack in the '90s, the slogan for eggs was "The Incredible, Edible Egg" which went along with a catchy tune to describe how great they are. And, while younger Julie was...reactionscomments
My Experience With Crohn's Disease & Miscarriage (Part 1)When I began writing for Health Union four years ago, I was adamant about using this platform to remove the stigma and demystify every aspect of living with inflammatory bowel...reactionscomments
Therapy Pet...Growing up I never had pets. My parents just didn’t allow it. I don’t think they wanted to be responsible for the daily maintenance of animals. You know, the food...reactionscomments
Your Voice Matters: Join Voices of UCWe believe the voices and personal experiences of people living with chronic conditions are the most important voices in healthcare – which is why we sometimes work with client sponsors...reactionscomments
Managing Crohn's In Social SettingsManaging IBD symptoms in social settings can be difficult. It’s easy to moderate your diet and stay away from alcohol when at home. This becomes way more tricky, though, when...reactionscomments
