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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A recent study has found that using Tofacitinib in addition to traditional IV corticosteroids could help greatly reduce risk of colectomy in hospitalized patients with severe UC. This comes as welcome news, as currently 30% of hospitalized patients with severe UC will not respond to corticosteroids, often making a colectomy the only option. If the … Read more
These waffle cones are scrumptious and the perfect complement to any type of ice cream! These cones and bowls whip up in minutes with only a few ingredients you probably already have, and are a huge hit with kids and adults alike. To make this cone recipe you will need a waffle cone maker. But … Read more
This Greek inspired chicken salad is perfect for picnics, pool days, and potlucks! It’s easy to make, transports well, and is an instant crowd favorite. The Greek inspired herbs used here like marjoram, dill, cinnamon, oregano, and nutmeg fill the palate with bright fresh flavors layered in between warm baking spices. All surrounded by creamy … Read more
Iron deficiency is a common complication in people with IBD. In fact, it’s so common that a recent study has shown 50% of Crohn’s and Colitis patients develop iron deficiency, and 25% develop iron deficiency anemia as a result. Iron deficiency and anemia go hand in hand, but they are not always seen together. It … Read more
In recent years, we have seen biosimilars appear on the pharmaceutical scene. A biosimilar is a biologic that is almost the same as another approved biological medication. In fact, in the EU biosimilars are prescribed with the same safety and effectiveness of traditional biologics. In a year-long recent U.K. study researchers compared the effectiveness of … Read more
Hummus has always been one of my favorite snacks! However, after starting the SCD diet and learning that chickpeas are not fully digestible for those with IBD, I understood why I always had abdominal pain after eating them. Inspired to create a version that agreed with my body, I set out to make a ‘hummus’ … Read more
This no-bake cherry cheesecake is one of my all-time favorite summer desserts and it couldn’t be easier! This cheesecake is so rich, creamy, and decadent it’s hard to believe it’s SCD approved and dairy free! The cashews make this dessert extra velvety smooth, and the dates in the crust add a touch of sweetness and … Read more
SIBO is an acronym for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, and many people with IBS, Crohn’s, and Ulcerative colitis will experience SIBO at some time during their diagnosis. In fact, a recent study found that as many as 78% of those with IBS also have SIBO. In addition, an eleven-study database showed an odds ratio of … Read more
Diff, also known as Clostridioides difficile or C. difficile, is a type of bacterium that causes severe diarrhea and inflammation of the colon (colitis). This bacterium affects almost half a million Americans annually, and 1 in 6 will have a recurrence of C. Diff in the following 2-8 weeks. Major risk factors include age (65+), … Read more
Here in the South sweet iced tea is king, and when I moved here over nine years ago, I sure got my fill. Since starting the SCD diet however, I had been longing for some sort of ice tea replacement, as traditional tea and refined sugar are not allowed. That’s where this raspberry mint iced … Read more