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Crohn's Disease

Can a Crohn’s Diet Help you Bulk Up?

If you’re wondering, can a Crohn’s diet help you bulk up, you might also be wondering what to eat, how to exercise, and how weight is connected. Read on and this blog will help you understand these things a little better. 

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Crohn's Disease

Are Soybeans Good or Bad for Crohn’s Disease?

Many people ask if soybeans are bad for Crohn’s disease. Luckily, there is a large body of research on soy to explore its anti-inflammatory effects. Here are key things to know.

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Crohn's Disease

Can You Eat Salad with Crohn’s Disease?

Are you wondering if you can eat salad with Crohn’s disease? As you probably know, it’s rarely a one-size-fits-all with IBD. So we’re here to tell you that colorful fruits and vegetables have a place in your health, and to take a deeper dive.

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Are Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease Genetic?

If you’re trying to understand more about how or why you developed inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), you might be wondering if ulcerative colitis (UC) or Crohn’s disease is genetic. Here is helpful insight to better understand your condition.

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

IBD Constipation: Symptoms and Treatment for Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s

While IBD constipation is not the most reported symptom of Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn’s Disease, constipation can be something you experience. This article provides an overview of constipation; how to know if you’re experiencing it, and what to do about it.

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Ulcerative Colitis

Is Ulcerative Colitis a Disability?

If you or someone you know is living with ulcerative colitis, you know the challenges of certain daily activities. A common question we get is, is ulcerative colitis a disability? This blog will help you better understand the answer to this question, with helpful tips to help you thrive.

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Crohn's Disease

Crohn’s Disease & Dietary Fiber: Fiber Intake Recommendations

Are you wondering whether you should be eating a high or low fiber diet? Crohn’s disease dietary fiber recommendations can be especially complicated to understand. Depending on if you are experiencing a flare or any strictures, Crohn’s disease fiber intake can vary. This article will break down what you need to know about fiber and Crohn’s disease.

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Crohn’s and Colitis Hair Loss: Causes and Ways to Prevent It 

If you’re dealing with Crohn’s disease hair loss, you’ve come to the right place. While some hair loss is normal for everyone, this article will explain a bit more about possible Crohn’s disease hair loss, Ulcerative Colitis hair loss and what you can do about it.

Food Survival Guide During an IBD Flare

Learn 9 key food tips from IBD dietitian Danielle Gaffen to help get you through a flare and reduce symptoms.

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