Late-night eating is common, but for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), the timing of meals can influence more than just sleep quality. Digestive processes follow a circadian rhythm, and eating outside the body’s natural feeding window may affect gut motility, enzyme secretion, and inflammatory signalling in ways that matter for long-term gut health. What […]
Eating quickly between meetings, scrolling through your phone during lunch, or standing at the kitchen counter with your mind elsewhere has become routine for many people. For those living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), these habits may contribute to digestive discomfort in ways that go beyond the food itself. The act of eating slowly and […]
Most people focus on what they eat, but how you eat matters just as much. Chewing is the first mechanical and enzymatic step in digestion, yet it is often rushed, incomplete, or done unconsciously. For people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), inadequate chewing can increase the burden on an already compromised digestive system, potentially worsening […]
Most people have noticed that stress can trigger digestive symptoms: a churning stomach before an important meeting, nausea during a difficult conversation, or an urgent need to use the toilet when anxious. These responses are not imagined. They reflect a real, measurable connection between the brain and the gut, mediated by nerves, hormones, and immune […]
Understanding the gut-brain connection If you’ve ever noticed that stress makes your gut symptoms worse, you’re not imagining it. The gut and brain are in constant communication, and when you feel stressed, anxious or overwhelmed, your digestive system often reacts. For people living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, this connection can feel especially strong. […]
How activity supports gut health If you spend most of the day sitting at a desk, on the sofa, or in the car, you may have wondered whether this affects your gut. For people living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, understanding how movement relates to digestion, gut bacteria, and inflammation can feel especially relevant. […]
The gut and sleep connection Poor sleep is common in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Some people struggle to fall asleep, others wake frequently through the night, and many feel exhausted even after a full night in bed. What is less obvious is that poor sleep may make gut symptoms worse, and gut symptoms may disrupt […]
What happens in your gut When you live with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, keeping inflammation under control is one of the main goals of treatment. Medicines work to calm the immune response in the gut, but many people wonder whether other parts of daily life, like exercise, might also play a role. The relationship […]
Introduction Living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis can feel unpredictable, especially when managing day-to-day symptoms. Many people search for ways to support their gut health alongside medical treatment,…
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