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 chilled pea soup is perfect for spring, and one of my favorite appetizers for entertaining. This soup is cold, refreshing, slightly sweet, and creamy with a hint of bright lemon. I enjoy this recipe for entertaining because it is designed to be made ahead and gives you more time to focus on making the … Read more
While these two words may sound similar, they are in fact different. Prebiotics are mostly fiber that humans cannot digest. They provide food for the bacteria in probiotics. Probiotics are live good bacteria that can be found in food and supplements and help balance the gut flora. This gut microbiome is teaming with life, and … Read more
If you are new to a Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis diagnosis, or have tried the common first medications without success, you may be wondering what other treatment options are available. Biologics are an ever-growing group of medications, commonly given through IV or self-injection shots for many autoimmune diseases. For IBD in particular, Remicade, Stelara, Humira, … Read more
This clean, refreshing, and slightly sweet mint sauce takes these radishes to another level! The peppery roasted radish is the perfect base to compliment the fresh mint’s sweetness. I do want to note that radishes should only be tried on the SCD diet after symptoms have disappeared. If you aren’t ready for radish, or don’t … Read more
Turmeric and ginger have been used for centuries as herbal remedy and for good reason. Science has recently shown just how powerful these roots are. Turmeric contains a compound called curcumin that is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory that can aid in everything from heart health to new brain cell growth. Ginger is a cousin … Read more
Coconuts are the tropical fruit from the coconut palm. This 4,500-year-old treat has many health benefits and can be used in many different ways. Coconuts can be used for their water, milk, oil, and meat. Recently, coconuts have been given more spotlight for many alternative culinary treats for those with allergies and vegan desserts in … Read more
Crohn’s is a type of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) characterized by chronic inflammation and erosion of the intestines. Unlike Ulcerative Colitis, which only affects the colon, Crohn’s can affect any part of the digestive tract. Symptoms can range in severity, just like the disease itself from mild to severe. Symptoms can include; abdominal pain, fever, … Read more
Making coconut milk may seem like an intimidating task, but once you see how easy it is you will never buy it premade again! I do want to note that for straining if you have or prefer to use a ‘nut milk bag’ to strain the coconut feel free. This special bag is designed especially … Read more
This colorful beet salad is springtime in a bowl! The salad’s base of beets offers a sweet and earthy flavor that compliments the creamy cashew goat cheese perfectly. The arugula adds a nice peppery bright green, while the mint and the vinaigrette add cool freshness and acidity. Lastly, the toasted almonds bring a nice nutty … Read more
Living with IBD can be very challenging, especially when you’re having a flare. From physical pain, fevers, decreased appetite, and exhaustion, chronic illness can take its toll. Many IBD patients experience social isolation, depression, and decreased quality of life when disease is active. Speaking from personal experience, this rollercoaster of emotions associated with active disease … Read more