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A Low-Fiber Thanksgiving Day Menu for People with Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis
Eating with IBD can be a challenge year-round. But eating during the holidays can be especially difficult, starting with Thanksgiving. Many favorite dishes are full of dairy, sugar, fat, and other gut irritants. But that’s no reason to miss out on special treats this holiday season. After a bit of digging, we’ve identified and tweaked some great recipes for you to enjoy alongside your Thanksgiving turkey.
3 Healthy IBD Eating Habits Inspired By the Longest Living People in the World
Yesterday we came across an article titled "3 Healthy Eating Habits From The Longest Living People In The World.” That article contained three common-sense nutrition recommendations based on populations living in the Blue Zones. The Blue Zones are five areas...
Timing of Digestive Symptoms: What it Means
One of the most popular questions we hear from people with gut issues is “if I eat something that doesn’t sit well with me, how long after eating before I feel sick?” The answer isn’t as straight-forward as you might think! The timing of your reactions depend on how...
What if I Have Both IBS and IBD?
Colleen writing over at FODMAP Everyday, Up to 40% of people with IBD suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). These people have a poorer quality of life compared to those with only IBD. And “Some people with inactive IBD avoid high-fiber foods out of necessity,...
The Silver Lining to Having Crohn’s Disease
Don’t let the title mislead you, I would give up having Crohn’s disease in a heartbeat. But, there’s a silver lining to having Crohn’s. It’s given me fresh perspectives I wouldn’t have otherwise, and it’s changed the way I think about and do many things. I’m more...
8 Things RDNs Should Do When Counseling IBD Patients
By Colleen D. Webb, MS, RDN, CLT As IBD rates climb worldwide, more patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are seeking nutritional advice from registered dietitians nutritionists (RDNs). Proper nutrition is an important part of IBD management. RDNs play...
