Road to RecoveryTrigger WarningThe content includes information related to mental and emotional distress and it might be upsetting to some people. If you or someone you know have thoughts of suicide, have...reactions1comment
When Doctors Don't Believe UsIf I had a dollar for every time I heard of a doctor dismissing a patient’s symptoms, I would be pretty darn wealthy. I also have personally experienced the “it may...reactions3comments
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home DevicesAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data...reactionscomments
Flare, Recover, Prepare, Flare: Life with Crohn's DiseaseI recently wrote about my Crohn’s disease and the way the seasonal changes affect me. While I was describing the pattern of my disease, I used a phrase that made...reactions10comments
Non-Toxic Products and Crohn’s DiseaseThis past year, I have become more and more aware of what products I use on my body and its effect on my health, due to the fact that I...reactions2comments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious or stressed. Maintaining our connection to nature can improve one’s quality of life and...reactionscomments
Expectations After DiagnosisBeing diagnosed with ulcerative colitis can be a really long journey. I often hear diagnosis stories from other people with inflammatory bowel disease and think that I was very lucky...reactions1comment
Privacy Concerns When Going VirtualTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower...reactionscomments
Living With ConstipationBefore I was officially diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, my No. 1 symptom was constipation, but at the time, I didn't know it was a problem. I'd had a few bowel...reactionscomments
Turkey & Spinach MeatballsI am about to show you an easy, delicious, and healthy way to get protein into your diet. As a Crohn’s patient, I used to chronically suffer from low iron...reactions5comments
Quarantine and Crohn'sIt’s amazing how the whole world has just suddenly stopped. It was March 13th, 2020, and I was finishing up my school day with my students. My stomach was off...reactions1comment
What to expect during an iron infusionUnfortunately, if you have Crohn’s disease, receiving iron infusions may become part of a recurring treatment for your disease. Even though Crohn’s is so individualistic, chances are at one point...reactions8comments
A Look at the Services Virtual Care OffersTelehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor to find out which virtual services are right...reactionscomments
Mental Health Month 2020: Not Just In Your HeadFor a long time, we said mental health happens in the mind and the body is just along for the ride. People who've experienced stress, anxiety, depression, or even minor...reactionscomments
Returning to exercise with Crohn's diseaseBefore my Crohn's diagnosis, I always enjoyed exercise. OK, I couldn't claim to be a marathon runner but I did get a buzz out of going to the gym, swimming...reactions7comments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But many companies offer a range of virtual health...reactionscomments
Crohn’s Deep Remission Achieved, Enter the GuiltI wrote about being a bitter party of 1 and how remission felt like a lie. My IBD specialist ordered a pill cam and it sent back pictures of a...reactionscomments
Chocolate Almond Butter BallsThese little snack bites are perfect when you are looking to satisfy your sweet tooth! I try to eliminate as much processed sugar from my diet as possible, so substituting these...reactions4comments
Pain is Common & Constant: The Impact on Quality of LifeIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of inflammatoryboweldisease.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic Pain in America survey to ask members of...reactionscomments
Will people finally understand what it's like to be chronically ill once this pandemic is over?I'm not really a fan of the articles telling us to find the positives in a pandemic: people are seriously ill and even dying, so I'm not particularly interested in...reactionscomments
