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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Panna cotta is an Italian dessert meaning ‘cooked cream’. Interestingly enough you won’t see the mention of panna cotta in cookbooks until the 1960’s, but it is generally credited as being a traditional Italian dessert. As the name implies, this dessert is traditionally cooked cream with sugar and gelatin. There are many variations, but it … Read more
Happy Friday! For as long as I can remember on Friday nights my family ate pizza for dinner. This tradition started early in my childhood, and I always looked forward to it. Sometimes we would make our own pizzas with fresh dough, and sometimes we would order it from one of many pizza chains. However, … Read more
Living with a chronic illness is tough, no doubt about it. Over the last seven years my chronic illness of Ulcerative Colitis has changed almost every aspect of my life. Chronically being ill takes a lot out of you not only physically but emotionally as well. One of the toughest lessons for me to learn … Read more
Now that more people with IBD have been fully vaccinated, we are seeing research and data gathered on this group in particular. One study, published back in April 2021, showed positive and very promising results in those on a biologic with IBD and vaccine antibody responses. I do want to note that only Pfizer and … Read more
This recipe takes about half the time as my original tomato sauce recipe, making it quick and easy for those weeknight meals! My original sauce recipe is more involved, and everything is truly from scratch in the traditional Italian style. This new and improved tomato sauce is just as flavorful, but able to save time … Read more
This grilled pineapple chicken will transport you to sandy beaches and sunshine with its tropical and sweet flavors. The coconut aminos and spices add a nice umami and slight kick to balance out the sweetness of the dates and pineapple. This marinade may be a little thicker than you’re used to. Don’t fret, this is … Read more
Living with a chronic illness will inevitably mean many doctors’ appointments. These appointments however, help guide your personal medical care story, and need your active participation to ensure you are receiving the best care possible. Being your own health advocate can seem intimidating, especially if you’re an introvert like me, but there are easy ways … Read more
At the Crohn’s and Colitis Congress, an 8-week study was presented showing promising results in using low doses of IL-2 in treating moderate to severe UC. IL-2 or, aldesleukin, is a drug commonly used for melanoma (skin cancer) and RCC, a type of cancer that starts in the kidneys. The medicine works by targeting specific … Read more
Happy Memorial Day! This watermelon slushy is the perfect ode to summer with its tropical and refreshing flavors. Packed with electrolytes, the sweet frozen watermelon is the quintessential backdrop for bright citrus and cool mint with a hint of toasted coconut. Be sure to get coconut water without any added sugars or preservatives. Alternatively, if … Read more
This baked bean recipe is everything you want from an SCD side dish! Sweet, spicy, slow cooked, and served hot or cold it pairs perfectly with just about everything. From grilled Portobello to brisket it’s got you covered. Be sure to soak the beans for the full 24 hours, or they will take much longer … Read more