Is Anything Safe to Eat?...I remember my complicated relationship with food starting really early on in my IBD journey. Pre-diagnosis, actually. When my ulcerative colitis symptoms...reactions2comments
My IBD Journey...I had been with my partner for six months when I started experiencing symptoms in 2020. At first, I thought it was...reactions2comments
No Popcorn at the Movies...In the years since I first started showing symptoms of Crohn’s disease, there have been about a million dietary changes I’ve made...reactions1comment
Help Center...You’ve come to the right place! Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about the inner workings of InflammatoryBowelDisease.net, as well...
Why I Blame Crohn’s for Hair Loss and Shedding...Social media has provided many benefits to the chronic illness community. But for every pro, there’s a con. My con is a...reactions1comment
How to Manage Horseback Riding with Crohn’s Disease...Horseback riding has been a hobby of mine since childhood. Growing up, my grandfather owned horses and I have photos of myself as...reactionscomments
IBD & Serious Multitasking on Good Days...As someone who has had symptoms of Crohn’s disease for over 10 years now, I often think about my life in seasons...reactions4comments
What Are Some "Safer" Vegetables for IBD Patients?...As a Certified Health Coach, I get this question a lot when working with clients who have IBD. And, as a Crohn's patient...reactionscomments
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...reactions20comments
IBD Is Time Consuming and It Sucks...Living with chronic illness sucks. Over the last 16 years living with IBD, I can't even count the number of times I...reactions10comments
IBD Bathroom Boredom Buster Giveaway...This giveaway is now closed! Thanks for your interest. Let’s face it – when you live with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), you...reactionscomments
5 Tips for Staying Jolly Through the Holidays When You have IBD...Is the hustle and bustle of the holiday season making you stressed and overwhelmed? Chances are, if you have IBD like me...reactions3comments
Getting the Best from Your Doctor's Appointments: A Patient’s Perspective...We've all been there. You spend months (or more) waiting for your next appointment with your gastroenterologist. You walk into the clinic...reactionscomments
Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis: My First Steps into the IBD Community...In early 2013, I began experiencing severe gastrointestinal issues - abdominal cramping, urgent bowel movements, bloody diarrhea. At first, I chalked it...reactions10comments
A Different Type of IBD Fatigue...You may have read the title of this article and thought you will be reading about IBD, and feeling tired and chronically...reactions25comments
Gluten-Free Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes...We're quickly approaching winter, but it's technically still autumn here in the Northeast. So you know what that means – time for...reactionscomments
Paleo Creamy Garlic Chicken Skillet...Do you feel like you love creamy dishes but they just don't love you back? Many ulcerative colitis and Crohn's patients (myself included)...reactionscomments
Homemade Baby Food: Putting My Mind At Ease...As a new mom with Crohn’s disease there are many decisions and moments where your disease plays a role in how you...reactions1comment
Oh So Tired...When you have Crohn's, there are a multitude of symptoms that one can have. This can range from sores in your mouth...reactionscomments
Boursin Cheese Pasta...When people ask me what's my favorite food group, my honest answer would be "pasta." I know that as a health coach...reactionscomments
