Many patients with inflammatory bowel diseases; Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis, are prone to protein-calorie malnutrition and nutrient/mineral deficiencies. Most of the time this is due to malabsorption – when you’re not able to properly absorb vitamins, sugar, fat, and protein from food. It’s mostly because we’re so busy pooping it out our gastrointestinal tracts causing…
Inflammation is the nightmare of every Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) sufferer. Believe it or not, inflammation is actually supposed to be a GOOD thing. Inflammation occurs when the body is trying to protect itself from bacteria or viruses. However, people with IBD or other autoimmune diseases are cursed with a non-stop inflammatory response. Our bodies trigger inflammatory…
March 22nd is my Ulcerative Colitis diagnosis anniversary. I couldn’t think of a better post today than running you through the colonoscopy prep! Ahh yes, the moment we’ve all been waiting for. Those of us with IBDs know the process all too well. And those of you who are approaching 50 years old, it’s TIIIIME!…
The name itself sounds primal, right? Bone broth is packed with nutrients and vitamins which is great for gut health, joint health, and much more. It contains glycosaminoglycans like glucosamine to help your joints. Bone broth also boosts collagen and leaves your hair, skin, and nails looking more awesome than Michelle Obama’s arms. Drinking bone…
Mangia Paleo 