Lately I’ve been told people are surprised to hear I CrossFit with ulcerative colitis. Actually, many friends and acquaintances are shocked I CrossFit regardless of my disease. Haha! If you know me, you know…
Read moreYes, the paleo diet is known for its low-carb high-protein diet. However, it’s not a no-carb diet by any means. An active body needs these carbs. The amount is different…
Read moreDo I have Ulcerative Colitis? Maybe it’s just IBS. How do I know the difference? I poop when I’m anxious, does that mean I have a disease? Is it normal to…
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You may or may not have heard the buzz floating around about nightshades and their effect on autoimmune diseases. I’m not suggesting you should remove them from your diet completely.…
Read moreI know for a fact there is a large community of people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) that find relief through eating clean. Many people have emailed me just to…
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March 22nd is my Ulcerative Colitis diagnosis anniversary. I couldn’t think of a better post today than running you through the colonoscopy prep! Ahh yes, the moment we’ve all been…
Read moreIt is very easy to get discouraged and frustrated with your UC symptoms. Finding humor in the little things can be nearly impossible, but keeping your spirits up is important to grow…
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Below are foods that you can take with you almost anywhere. UPDATE 2015! After a year of searching for the best paleo snack options I’ve updated this blog post to…
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Firstly, carrots are delicious. Secondly, they come in all different colors which is very pretty. Taste the rainbowwww. So, here are some reasons carrots are a great addition to your…
Read moreAlthough the paleo diet works wonders for gut health and autoimmune diseases like Ulcerative Colitis, it is not designed specifically for these diseases. Because Crohn’s and Colitis are IBDs (Inflammatory…
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