Digestive Health
10 Ulcerative Colitis Instagrammers You Should Follow
Looking to connect with the UC community on Instagram? Check out these 10 awesome influencers with IBD.
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Truth About Probiotics and Prebiotics for IBD
Are probiotic and prebiotic supplements really effective for IBD and IBS? A nutritionist answers your top questions about the latest research.
Things That Can Go Wrong With Food Substitutions
Going gluten free for your holiday recipes? Or just switching to coconut cooking oil? Make sure you watch out for these possible pitfalls.
Your Gut Microbiome May Determine Which Diabetes Drugs Work For You
Ever wonder why some diabetes drugs work for you but not your friends and family? Researchers say the bacteria in your gut may be the culprit.
10 Tips for Traveling With Crohn’s Disease
Managing Crohn’s while you travel can be tough. These tips can help you be prepared for anything and avoid flare-ups.
Study Aims to Identify Diet to Help Manage Crohn's Disease
There's no specific "Crohn's-friendly diet," but this new study is looking to change that. Here's what you should know.
Foods to Avoid With Ulcerative Colitis
Avoiding these foods are key to enjoying a balanced diet with UC.
Celiac: Healthy Eating on a Gluten-Free Diet
Just because you’re going gluten-free, doesn’t automatically mean healthy. Here’s how to take care of your diet and yourself.
The Link Between UC and Anemia
People with ulcerative colitis and other forms of IBD often struggle with anemia due to blood loss. What’s the best way to treat it?
10 Questions to Ask Your GI About Ulcerative Colitis
Just diagnosed with UC or trying to learn more about your condition? Take this list of questions with you to your doctor.
When ‘Thriver’s Guilt’ Sets in After Chronic Illness
What do you do when you’re finally healthy but your friends are still sick? Where do you fit in the community? Jackie shares how going into remission with ulcerative colitis changed her relationships.
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Living With Crohn's Disease
Whether it's dancing, biking, traveling, or hiking: yes, you can do that with Crohn's. Learn which foods will help rather than harm; how to advocate for yourself at the doctor's office; and how to navigate stigma.
Living With Ulcerative Colitis
Discover the most healing foods for your UC, as well as how to look and feel your best, build a strong relationship with your care team, and how to manage work, travel, and more.
Meet the Experts
Mandy Morgan
Patient ExpertMandy is a patient expert living with ulcerative colitis. She’s a full-time technical writer and writing instructor and serves on the board of directors for Girls With Guts.
Brian Greenberg
Patient ExpertBrian Greenberg is an IBD patient living with Crohn’s disease and an ostomy. He is the founder of the Intense Intestines Foundation.
Lilly Stairs
Patient ExpertLilly’s reason for being was ignited in 2011 when she was diagnosed with multiple autoimmune diseases. She currently serves as the Head of Patient Advocacy at Clara Health.