Staying hydrated is essential for everyone, but when you’re living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), proper hydration plays a critical role in managing your symptoms and overall health.  Whether you’re dealing with Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis, dehydration can lead to complications like fatigue, headaches, and even kidney problems. As a dietitian, I’m here to help you understand why hydration matters for IBD and how to ensure you’re getting the right amount of fluids to keep your body balanced, energized, and feeling its best. Let’s dive into the science behind hydration and ..read more

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Creatine is a popular supplement known for its potential to enhance athletic performance and muscle growth. However, its benefits may extend beyond the gym, potentially offering therapeutic effects for individuals with conditions like Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Let’s dive into what creatine is, how it works, how to use it, and explore any existing research on its role in IBD. What is Creatine? Creatine is a naturally occurring compound found in small amounts in certain foods and synthesized by the human body. It’s primarily stored in the muscles, where it plays a crucial role in energy ..read more

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), encompassing both Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (UC), can significantly impact various aspects of health, including the liver. As a dietitian, understanding and addressing the intricate relationship between liver health and IBD is crucial for managing and improving patient outcomes. Nourishing the liver is especially important in IBD because a healthy liver helps in metabolizing medications, managing inflammation, and preventing additional complications that can arise from liver disease. Here’s an in-depth look at how IBD affects liver health and diet ..read more

Print Blueberry Vanilla Smoothie Recipe by Danielle Leffler, RD, LDCourse: Breakfast Servings 1 serving Prep time 5 minutes This blueberry smoothie is quick and easy to throw together and my husband says it tastes like ice cream! What more could you want from a smoothie? Ingredients 1 cup soy milk 1 serving plant-based vanilla protein powder (we like OWYN, or Orgain) 1-2 dates ½ frozen banana ¾  cup frozen blueberries 1 handful spinach 3 Tbsp. hemp hearts 1 Tbsp. almond butter Optional: add plant-based Greek yogurt (like Kite Hill or Forager) to the sides of the glass before pourin ..read more

What is Boswellia? Boswellia! Have you heard of this powerful herb before? It is commonly found in Asia and Africa from a tree called the boswellia serrata tree. It has been extracted and used in Ayurvedic medicine for many years to help treat inflammatory conditions. But…does it have evidence to help inflammatory bowel disease? Keep reading to find out! Boswellia (also known as Frankincense) contains 30-60% resin, 5-10% essential oils, and the rest is made up of polysaccharides (which are a chain of carbohydrates essential for the structure of plants). The resin contains components that aid i ..read more

Notable Health Benefits of Curcumin: Antimicrobial: Curcumin has antimicrobial properties to it which enables it to be effective against bacteria, such as aureus, E. coli, H. pylori, and M. tuberculosis. Curcumin may also be useful as a treatment route for Candida as well.  Bone Health: Curcumin may help maintain bone health by inhibiting osteoclast (these break down bone) development, promoting osteoblast (these build up bone) development. Post workout repair and recovery: Curcumin may improve muscle damage, soreness, and strength; joint flexibility; and inflammation following exercise ..read more