by Ashley Hurst, R.D. | Apr 26, 2022 | IBD
IBD is not caused by stress or mental health issues, but it is intrinsically linked to mental health. Living with a chronic disease such as Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis is mentally challenging in itself. Unpleasant symptoms and constant management undeniably add...
by Ashley Hurst, R.D. | Apr 19, 2022 | IBD
8 best apps to manage IBD One of the main blocks that people newly diagnosed with IBD have to overcome is accepting that it’s a chronic disease. This means IBD is a lifelong condition that must be consistently managed to keep symptoms to a minimum, feel your best, and...
by Ashley Hurst, R.D. | Apr 12, 2022 | IBD
For those with IBD, food can be one of life’s greatest stressors, and often people with IBD are at risk to develop a sort of food PTSD. What can happen is that they start to avoid certain foods for the fear of painful flare-ups and sometimes start to take it too far....
by Ashley Hurst, R.D. | Mar 30, 2022 | IBD
Having a lifelong condition like IBD is extremely challenging. As well as managing physical symptoms, there are many emotional consequences that can impact how well you cope with the disease. By learning to care for your mental health, you can become more resilient to...
by Ashley Hurst, R.D. | Mar 16, 2022 | IBD
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a group of diseases that includes Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease. IBD is a relapsing-remitting immune disorder of the gastrointestinal tract. Because IBD is an immune-mediated inflammatory disease, nutrient deficiencies are...
by Ashley Hurst, R.D. | Mar 9, 2022 | IBD
How to advocate for yourself with IBD It can be unsettling to discover you have IBD. As a lifelong disease, you will have to make daily adjustments to cope with symptoms and stay healthy. But knowing how to do so will empower you to manage your condition and live a...
