Living with IBD

The goal of living with IBD (inflammatory Bowel Disease) is to live without it. Some day, that means having IBD cured, but we aren't there yet. For the moment, it means Crohnies and UCees (those with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, UC) should live as normally as possible, as if you don't have IBD—even if you're not in a complete remission. 

That doesn't mean you throw away our medicines or ignore your diet-because following a healthy diet and taking your medicines is how you're going to be able to focus and be healthy at work or school, how you're going to be able to 

• Participate in all your favorite activities and events
• Exercise and play your sports
• Travel with friends and family
• Attend School or College

But you may want some tips and recommendations because getting outside your physical problems and focusing elsewhere, while being mindful of what you need to take care of, often helps you feel less anxious and more alive.