Abigail Marie the Chef with IBD
Professional Chef with IBD helping you navigate food, lifestyle, new IBD research, and patient advocacy.
There is nothing quite like a warm London fog latte on a brisk winter morning. Traditionally a London fog uses Earl Grey tea. This particular type of tea is different from black tea as it has oil of bergamot in it, giving it its distinctive flavor. Bergamot, if you don’t know, is a citrus fruit … Read more
The pumpkin spice latte is the ultimate cozy fall coffee drink. This latte was invented in the late 80’s, early 90’s with specialty espresso drinks on the rise in the US. While no one knows the exact person that invented this drink, Starbucks is no doubt the reason for its mainstream popularity. The coffee chain … Read more
When I was teenager, I spent lots of time and most of my allowance at Starbucks. Besides the Caramel Macchiato, I loved their White Chocolate Mocha Lattes. Now, more than a decade later, I still hold a soft spot in my heart for this treat, although since starting SCD I no longer frequent Starbucks. I … Read more
Coffee is a tricky thing for people suffering with IBD, and can make symptoms worse. I only recommend having this, or any coffee, when you are not having a flare. If you are having coffee make sure it is watered down. Even when doing well, I limit myself to one of these coffees or less … Read more