My Experience & How to Exercise Safely

For seven years, I kept my inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in remission. I exercised consistently but mindfully, focusing on walking, yoga and Pilates, which worked beautifully for me. They kept me strong, flexible and calm.

But then, I decided to push harde...

Eat to beat, or prevent, bowel cancer

Especially if you have IBD colitis or Crohn’s

If you're living with inflammatory bowel disease, whether ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease affecting the colon, it's important to know that your long-term risk of bowel cancer is higher than average. This is d...

What the science says about this nutritional supplement

By Jude Bentley

When you're living with Crohn's or ulcerative colitis, it's natural to look for anything that might support healing and reduce inflammation, especially if it's gentle, plant-based and easy to take. One compound that’s generate...

Five medicinal herbs that may help

For those living with Crohn’s disease, maintaining remission is an ongoing challenge. While conventional treatments play a crucial role, many people wonder if natural options, such as herbal remedies, can help prevent flare-ups.

Scientific research into plant-bas...

What the evidence says and how to do it safely

By Jude Bentley

Fasting is a topic that often comes up with my clients. When you’re living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), whether Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis, it’s natural to wonder if giving your digestive system a break might help. Could f...

Evidence, benefits and how to choose the right product

If you're living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, inflammation, discomfort and unpredictable symptoms can make daily life challenging. Conventional medical treatments typically aim to reduce i...

Should I have the COVID vaccine if I have a heart risks?

If you’re concerned about heart disease, high blood pressure or past cardiovascular events, you may be wondering whether getting the COVID-19 vaccine is wise or risky. After all, there has been talk of rare heart complications following vacci...