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Mental Health & IBD

Posted on by Christa Smith, MS, RD, LD
mental health and ibd
28
Jan

IBD affects all areas of our lives and can make day to day life really difficult. There are several coping tools that can help us manage our disease and mental health better.  The gut-brain axis is what we call the bidirectional bond between the central and the enteric nervous system. Your vagus nerve links the […]

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Mental Health and IBD: Coping with Stress and Flare-ups

Posted on by Ashley Hurst, R.D.
mental health and ibd
30
Mar

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 the stresses brought on by IBD and in turn lower your […]

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