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In IBD Siren, IBD stands for inflammatory bowel disease. Siren signifies Siren’s song, as in it lures you in with goodness then destroys you. Coffee is one of these. Fun fact – coffee can cause diarrhea, light-headedness, and the shakes. It is poison during a Crohn’s flare and it is dangerous for anyone with IBD … Continue reading “The IBD Siren – The Crohn’s Saga Part 4”
Did you know that dairy, gluten, oil, and vegetables can all irritate the bowels? This makes this dish particularly dangerous for those with IBD or IBS. However, it’s still delicious! One must balance health with quality of life.
“The IBD Siren Part 3” depicts one of my favorite beverages that is also unfortunately one of the worst things you can have during a flare. Drinking and Crohn’s Disease don’t mix well, and I find beer especially troublesome. Gluten gives me trouble when I’m sick. It causes bloating and indigestion. Alcohol in general is … Continue reading “The IBD Siren Part 3 – The Crohn’s Saga Part 16”
As with the other IBD Sirens, salad is a tempting treat that is ultimately a bad idea during a flare. This is another fun counterintuitive Crohn’s diet thing. You always think of a salad as being healthy, right? It isn’t. Even for a healthy person, raw fruits and vegetables are difficult to digest and often cause … Continue reading “The IBD Siren Part 4 – The Crohn’s Saga Part 50”
In case you’re new or you’ve forgotten, The IBD Siren series focuses on foods that are tempting, yet terrible for people with Crohn’s Disease. Eggs are definitely on that list. You wouldn’t think so, right? They’re simple, natural, and a good source of protein. However, a lot of people are allergic to eggs. Even if you aren’t … Continue reading “The IBD Siren Part 5 – The Crohn’s Saga Part 62”
