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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…
IBD Movement is changing focus
I’m making a change to how IBD Movement works, and I want to be direct about what’s happening and why. For a while we tried to be a broader patient resource…
One practical IBD story worth your attention
This week brought a lighter load of IBD-relevant content than usual. The one piece that caught my attention wasn’t groundbreaking research or a clinical trial…