Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis (collectively known as inflammatory bowel disease) are about more than diarrhea: they affect the whole person. About IBD focuses on health and lifestyle issues important to people living with Crohn's or colitis. IBD patients, doctors, therapists, and care partners give their tips and advice on topics including diet, nutrition, treatments, mental health, family dynamics, and sexuality as it relates to living with IBD.
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How to Protect Yourself in the Age of AI (00:54:50)
Artificial intelligence (AI) is here to stay. How can we approach AI with both curiosity and caution, especially as it becomes more integrated into daily life? If we're not aware of it and looking for...
How to Bring an Intention to Your 2026 (00:13:29)
We explore the idea of setting intentions instead of resolutions in the new year, which are more adaptable for people living with IBD. Amber shares clips from guests who explain their intentions, such...
Amber's Year in Books 2025 (00:37:11)
Looking for your next great read? Host of About IBD, Amber Tresca, gives her year-end roundup of books, with brief summaries and her reflections on each. The selections cover a mix of genres, from spe...
How To Build Resilience and Manage Life With IBD Featuring Kinsey Beagley (00:29:47)
Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD191 Kinsey Beagley, a pediatric medical assistant diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at 15, shares about her experiences with IBD, includi...
The Truth About Surviving IBD and Incontinence (00:45:53)
Katryna Loewen, a registered nurse diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2020, shares her journey through severe flare-ups, incontinence, and her decision to have a colectomy and ileostomy in 2024. She...
What You Need to Know About IBD and Gastroparesis Featuring Samantha Sauer, BCPA of G-PACT (00:40:29)
Samantha Sauer, BCPA, president of Gastroparesis Patient Association for Cures and Treatments (G-PACT), uncovers the challenges of living with gastroparesis and how it can overlap with IBD or other co...
The Truth About Stigma and Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy Featuring Mariah Leach, JD, MS (00:44:11)
Amber and Mariah discuss how women with chronic illnesses cope with advice on medication use in pregnancy—especially in light of the confusion around acetaminophen. Mariah shares her experiences with ...
How To Stay Active With IBD Featuring Sean Lochran (00:37:00)
Sean Lochran, who lives with IBD and an ileostomy, describes his IBD journey, including complications such as blood clots and adrenal insufficiency. Sean shares advice for staying active on difficult ...
How Patient Stories Change Perspectives and Influence Lawmakers (00:52:23)
Every person living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can help change public policy by sharing their story and participating in advocacy events, such as visiting legislators in Washington, D.C. Am...
Powerful Ways Art Can Help Us Heal from Trauma Featuring Daniel Leighton (00:53:32)
Amber interviews artist Daniel Leighton, who shares his journey living with Crohn's disease from childhood. Daniel tells us how he didn't think of himself as an artist, but painting became a vital too...
Community In IBD: How to Stop Being Isolated Featuring Aaron Blocker (00:42:50)
Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD184 Amber talks with Aaron Blocker, a Crohn's disease patient and advocate, about the importance of finding and creating community for ...
IBD 101: Getting to the Bottom of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Featuring Katie Dunleavy, MB, BCh, BAO (00:41:17)
We get back to the basics of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including the differences between Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and how IBD is different than irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBDo...
Unlocking the Secrets to Stress Management Featuring Jin Lee, PhD (00:27:20)
Stress is a huge problem for people who live with immune-mediated conditions like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. The condition causes tension in all the parts of our lives. We can't get rid of...
How Storytelling Fosters Compassion for Kids with Chronic Illness (00:35:21)
A children's book leads to this conversation, which bridges the worlds of chronic illness, creativity, and connection. I talk with MB (Britt) Mooney, author of "The Mouse Who Couldn't Eat Cheese," a c...
How Propel a Cure is Transforming Crohn's Disease Research (00:39:26)
Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD180 Grassroots organizations are an important part of the IBD landscape, helping fill in the many gaps in our underserved community. A...
From Privacy to Advocacy: Balancing Faith and Chronic Illness Featuring Hindy (Tauber) Klein (00:30:04)
Amber speaks with Hindy Klein, a member of the Orthodox Jewish community living with Crohn's colitis. Hindy shares how she manages IBD while observing Jewish laws, discussing challenges with diet, fas...
The Mind-Body Connection in IBS and IBD Featuring Ali Navidi, PsyD (00:44:17)
Amber interviews Dr. Ali Navidi, a gastropsychologist specializing in mental health for people with gastrointestinal disorders. They discuss the importance of addressing mental health alongside condit...
Better Health With Breathwork for IBD Featuring Elizabeth Coldrick of Wildly Brave Wellness (00:48:11)
Elizabeth Coldrick, a nutritional therapist and breathwork facilitator living with IBD and a permanent ostomy shares her experiences living in Bali, the challenges and benefits of managing IBD abroad,...
Getting Outdoors With IBD Featuring Jonathan Stewart of EverGreen Adventures (00:40:43)
Jonathan Stewart, co-founder of Evergreen Adventures, a nonprofit focused on connecting the chronic illness community with outdoor activities, shares his journey with type one diabetes, ulcerative col...
GetYourBellyOut: Picturing Hope for IBD Featuring Victoria Marie (00:52:46)
In this episode, Victoria, founder of GetYourBellyOut, shares her journey with ulcerative colitis and the importance of community support for those with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). She discusses...
How Tech is Changing Gastroenterology (00:27:18)
Amber and gastroenterologist Dr Neil Parikh discuss technology's impact on IBD management. Dr Parikh emphasizes the importance of patient diaries and open communication between patients and providers....
Reclaiming Joy in Eating with IBD Featuring Stacey Collins, MA, RDN/LDN (00:57:50)
People with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis (forms of inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD) were told for many decades that diet didn't affect the disease. Even today, some patients are still told...
Infusion Hero: Stylish Hoodies for Young Patients Featuring Rachel Bee (00:33:25)
IBD patients are innovative, resilient, and powerful. My guest, Rachel Bee, is an incredible example of all these virtues. Rachel is a remarkable 17-year-old entrepreneur who was diagnosed with Crohn'...
Freelancing Freedom: Crafting Your Career While Caring for Your Health (00:46:18)
It's not easy to manage both a career and chronic illness like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD, Crohn's disease, or ulcerative colitis). We need tools and tips in order to keep everything moving and s...
Declutter Your Life While Living with Chronic Illness (01:04:57)
Do you find it difficult to find the time and energy to deal with mental or physical clutter? Lisa Zawrotny, a productivity coach and founder of Positively Productive Systems, helps us learn how to ma...
