Abigail Marie the Chef with IBD
Professional Chef with IBD helping you navigate food, lifestyle, new IBD research, and patient advocacy.
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This blackberry lemonade brings all the sophisticated flavors of late summer with a refreshing earthy twist. You guessed it, basil! The sweet blackberry syrup is accompanied by tart and refreshing lemon. These flavors on their own are of course delicious, but the basil really elevates this drink into something special. Basil brings a savory element … Read more
This Asian-inspired plum sauce will become an instant favorite! The sweet plum notes accompanied by spicy ginger complement anything from poultry to beef. The cinnamon, star anise, and cloves impart warmth to the palate; while the bone broth and vinegar add umami. Altogether, an eloquent symphony of flavors in perfect harmony. In addition, baking this … Read more
Breathwork refers to specific breathing techniques and exercises. It is any type of breathing in which you intentionally change your breath or breathing pattern. Breathwork has decreased stress and positively affects anxiety, depression, chronic pain, grief, and PTSD. There are six main types which we will discuss, as well as some specific breathing exercises that … Read more
The exact cause of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is greatly debated since at the moment we don’t know. Many theories are out there, but one that always seems to come up first is diet. There is no denying that over the last few decades obesity and IBD have been on the rise globally. In fact, … Read more
Plums are one of my favorite late-summer treats, and this jam is no exception! Sweet and sticky with a touch of bright citrus, this smooth jam goes well with just about anything and everything from sweet to savory. Vibrantly bright in color and flavor alike you’ll be asking yourself why you haven’t made this jam … Read more
The idea for this galette dessert is nothing new, and is believed to date back to the Neolithic period. Back then they would have cooked a thick cereal paste on hot stones and possibly topped it with fruit. Centuries later the dish grew in popularity. Fast forward to 1875, and the French made this their … Read more
Acupuncture dates back to ancient China over 3,000 years ago, and is a therapy of traditional Chinese medicine that stimulates certain points on the body with single use needles. These points called ‘acupoints’ are a gathering of nerves that connect different organs to each other. According to acupuncture principles, these acupoints represent channels that carry … Read more
This monumental study is the first to use an abdominal score assessment in irritable bowel syndrome with predominantly constipation. Those with IBS-C have been found to have more severe abdominal pain than IBS alone, along with more bloating and general discomfort. The goal of this study was to assess abdominal scores before, during, and after … Read more
This Asian inspired cucumber salad is cool, refreshing, and bursting with flavor! The combination of the spicy red onion with sweet bell pepper and toasted sesame is a perfect complement to the crisp cucumber. Even better? It couldn’t be easier to make! In under 15 minutes you’ve got a killer appetizer or side dish that’s … Read more
These grilled pork chops with sage butter and pickled peaches will be the star of any meal! I remember having pickled peaches at my grandpa’s house fresh out of their cellar. Sweet and tart with warm baking spices surrounding, the flavors meshed so well together I was hooked! Altogether, those sweet and tart peaches with … Read more