Category: IBD Active
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The Paradox of Overweight in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, can often lead to unintended weight loss because of ongoing inflammation, nutrient absorption issues, and diarrhea. Surprisingly, though, many individuals with IBD are actually overweight or obese. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how this can happen and explore…
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From Hospital Bed to Gym Bench
I wasn’t always an active person, but when I found out I had ulcerative colitis in my early 20s, my life changed completely. Dealing with the pain, fatigue, and the constant fear of a flare-up felt like my life was slipping away. I spent so many days in the hospital, feeling like a shell of…
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Prehab: Preparing Your Body for What’s Ahead
Prehabilitation, also known as prehab is a really effective proactive approach to healthcare that involves using exercise and lifestyle changes to get your body ready for any future medical events. You can think of it as like adding some extra cushioning for illness or aging. It’s kind of like training for a marathon, but instead…
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Do you have Ulcertaive Colitis? BMI may not be right index for you.
Before we dive into research, let’s do some simple math. This will help you understand the logical application of this article. Let’s imagine an average ulcerative colitis patient named Roberta. Her weight is 60kg, which is within her correct BMI zone. However, she experienced a major flare-up, causing her to lose 10kg. Let’s assume she…
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IBD and Weigh Gain
According to recent studies and reviews, a significant proportion of individuals with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in the European Union and the UK are considered overweight. A 2021 study published in the “Journal of Crohn’s and Colitis” analyzed data from over 22,000 IBD patients and found that around 30% of them had a body mass…