8 Tips for Starting The Paleo Diet
You have decided to jump on the paleo bandwagon, have you? Congratulations and welcome! You’re on the road to a healthier and more fulfilling life. But where do you start?…
Read moreSleep Deprivation’s Effect on Autoimmune Disease
Have you ever noticed a correlation between your sleep patterns and Inflammatory Bowel Disease distress? Usually if I go a few nights of irregular sleep my ulcerative colitis will flare…
Read moreExercise and Ulcerative Colitis
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 more10 Foods to Fight Inflammation
Inflammation is the nightmare of every Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) sufferer. Believe it or not, inflammation is actually supposed to be a GOOD thing. Inflammation occurs when the body is trying to…
Read morePineapple and Digestion
Why did the pineapple go out with the prune? Because he couldn’t find a date! What’s this buzz about pineapple being great for digestion? For starters, it contains about 87%…
Read moreTop 5 Gelatin Benefits and Paleo Jello Recipe
Look how happy these gelatin smiley men are! This is a kid friendly recipe to introduce their vitamins in a fun way. Sneak in some vitamins and ask them if they…
Read moreIf You’re Sexy and You’re Pooping Clap Your Hands
Let’s face it, having an Inflammatory Bowel Disease isn’t pretty no matter what gender you are. But I happen to believe that men can talk about it a bit more…
Read moreCarbs Are Necessary
Yes, 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 moreUlcerative Colitis Symptoms
Do 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…
Read moreWhy You Should Limit Nightshades
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.…
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