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Goodbye For Now
It’s been some time since I’ve logged onto Conquering Crohn’s. And because of that, I say “Goodbye for now”. This page has been an excellent outlet for me to share my thoughts, give insight, and learn. But most importantly it has been a space for me to find some fulfillment in being there for others when…
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Surviving Change with IBD
Originally posted 2/17/2020. Updated 1/11/2022 Change is hard for anyone! But you, can survive change even with IBD. These past few years have been a rollercoaster ride. The rules continue to change, we aren’t sure what the latest safety precautions are, and are probably just sick of the constant runaround. Aside from what is going on in…
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Traveling with IBD
Originally published 9/7/2019. Updated 12/12/2021 I just traveled for the first time in a LONG time. Traveling with IBD can be hard, but it doesn’t have to be! After my trip out to the east coast I figured it would be an appropriate time to revamp this post. If you are traveling for the holidays or for…
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What Causes Crohn’s Disease
What causes Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis? You just got diagnosed with IBD. It can be scary, overwhelming, and confusing. You aren’t sure what to do or what causes Crohn’s disease or Ulcerative Colitis to even develop? Where did it come from? This question isn’t easily answered. The true cause of any form of IBD is still…
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Crohn’s Disease and Mental Health
It’s no question that Crohn’s Disease, or any inflammatory bowel disease, can affect your mental health. I’ve been really open about how my mental health ebbs and flows. I think it is important to understand that with Crohn’s Disease, your mental health may take a plunge. But, there are ways to improve your overall health, both physically…
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Anxiety & IBD
Anxiety…anyone else struggle with this? I have struggled with some form of anxiety my whole life, but since having IBD it has only gotten worse. Not only is anxiety a horrible problem on its own, it can exacerbate symptoms making life unbearable sometimes. Mental health is tightly wound within your IBD journey be it anxiety, depression, stress…
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Half Marathon Training with IBD
I’m running a half marathon! Crazy to think that I’ll be running for more than a half hour at one time. But, I wanted to talk to you all about Half Marathon Training with IBD. I think there are a few things that we need to take into consideration with our diseases. However, running, and exercise in…
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IBD Emergency Kit
Originally posted Aug 2019. Updated July 2021 This little handy dandy IBD emergency kit that I randomly created throughout the years has gotten me out of some deep shit ( 🙂 ), literally! I almost always have it with me, especially if I am traveling or attending events and I add and remove things as I see…
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Juice Pulp Recipe
You know I am all about juicing lately! It’s a great way to get nutrients into your body while also giving your digestive system a rest. But what about all that juice pulp! One of the only downfalls to juicing is a lot of beneficial pulp is left behind. That pulp is typically throw out (or composted!).…
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Crohn’s Disease Diet
There is not one specific Crohn’s Disease Diet that is best At least not that we’ve found yet. A recent research study published in the journal Gastroenterology looked at 2 different diets for Crohn’s disease and their ability to improve symptoms. One being the Mediterranean style diet and the other the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD). This was…
