A New Method for Delivering IBD Meds Is in the Works

Getting oral medications to the site of inflammation in the lower gastrointestinal tract, where Crohn’s and colitis do their damage, is no easy feat. A novel technology designed to work with the gut’s own enzymes may change that.

How to Get the Most Out of Online Support Groups

Ulcerative colitis warrior Liam Robertson offers up his best advice for finding, joining, and participating in digital communities that support people living with this often-isolating disease.

New Clues Into the Genetic Causes of Anemia in IBD

Scientists have identified a genetic mutation that can worsen iron deficiency and anemia (a lack of healthy red blood cells and hemoglobin) in people with inflammatory bowel disease. Here’s what to know.

The Truth About Elimination Diets for Gut Issues

People who struggle with inflammatory bowel disease or irritable bowel syndrome might be tempted to try an elimination diet to help ease their symptoms. We discuss the pros and cons of this popular diet trend.

What to Know About Stopping a JAK Inhibitor

If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if you stopped taking your JAK inhibitor for ulcerative colitis once your symptoms were under control, a new study has some answers. Here’s what it found.

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