Author: Ben Rogers
The Complexity Problem: Why IBD Research Feels Overwhelming Right Now
I’ve been reading IBD research for over two decades now, and I can’t remember a time when the field felt this simultaneously promising and overwhelming. My…
Week of May 25-31, 2026: Seven IBD research updates from iron markers to mental health
This week brought a mix of practical clinical findings and early-stage research that caught my attention. Having lived with Crohn’s since 2002, I found myself…
Switching Between Infusion, Injection, and Pill Forms: My Decision
I recently faced a question that I suspect many of us living with IBD encounter: can I switch from my current treatment delivery method to something else? In…
Probiotics and IBD: What 20+ Years of Living with Crohn’s Taught Me
After more than two decades managing Crohn’s disease, I’ve tried my share of supplements. Probiotics came up early — friends recommended them, I saw them in…
Week of May 18-24, 2026: 4 IBD research stories worth your attention
Having lived with Crohn’s since 2002, I’ve learned to read the weekly IBD research landscape with a particular lens: what actually matters for those of us…
World IBD Day: You are not alone.
Today is World IBD Day, and I’ve been thinking about what that means after living with Crohn’s disease since 2002. The theme this year centers on a simple but…
Week of May 11-17, 2026: Seven IBD research stories worth your attention
Having lived with Crohn’s since 2002, I’ve learned to scan the research landscape with a particular kind of patience. This week brought seven studies and…
Coffee, Alcohol, and Carbonated Drinks in IBD Remission: My Experience
I get this question a lot: “Ben, I’m finally in remission after months of flaring. Can I drink coffee again? What about a beer? Is Diet Coke off-limits…
Week of May 4-10, 2026: 10 IBD research stories worth your attention
This week brought a mix of practical insights and early-stage research that caught my attention. Having lived with Crohn’s since 2002, I found myself…
How I Self-Assess Whether a New Crohn’s Drug Is Actually Working
When I start a new medication for my Crohn’s, the hardest part isn’t the side effects or the injections or the cost. It’s the not knowing. Am I better? A…