Tag: Crohn’s Disease
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…
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…
New Research Reveals Complex Mechanisms Behind IBD Development
For millions of people living with inflammatory bowel disease, understanding what triggers and drives their condition remains one of the most pressing…