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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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
This angel food cake is the perfect way to end a summer meal! Airy, light, spongy, and delectable, it checks all the boxes. Plus, it’s a no brainer for a fun and festive dessert for 4th of July! With only four ingredients, you probably already have, you can whip up this centuries old treat in … Read more
When dealing with Crohn’s and Colitis there are some complications that are more common than others, and fistulas are one of them. In fact, 1 in 3 people with Crohn’s and 1 in 35 with UC will experience this complication at some point in their life. A fistula is a small narrow tunnel-like structure that … Read more
Zeposia, or ozanimod, was found effective in UC patients compared to placebo after only one week of full dose ingestion. This is a new drug on the autoimmune scene as it was approved for treatment of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in June of 2020, but has proven itself a contender in treating UC after Bristol Myer … Read more
Coconut shrimp is one of my favorite recipes of all time! The combination of crispy and sweet coconut paired with fresh shrimp, and spicy mango sauce always takes me back to my childhood. I have fond memories of enjoying just that at the chain seafood restaurant in our town every time we went. Since coconut … Read more
This limeade is everything you want from a cold refreshing drink on a hot day! Cold, fresh, tart, and a little sweet it’s all you need to beat the heat and boost hydration. Limes contain lots of Vitamin C and antioxidants, and have even been shown to reduce heart disease risk and aid in iron … Read more