Episodes 200
Avg. Duration 35m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.9 (31)
Since Feb 2018
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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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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Insider Secrets to Fearless Travel with IBD

Jun 09, 2026 58m Transcript

Certified travel advisor, business owner, and ulcerative colitis patient Sarah McGovern joins Amber to give tips and tricks on traveling with IBD. Sarah relates her IBD journey, including a rare…

The Powerful Impact of the IBD Community Featuring Katie Neu

May 19, 2026 42m

Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD202 Katie Neu and Amber Tresca talk over the results of the IBD Social Circle white paper, "The Power of Community in Inflammatory Bowel…

Yoga Therapy for IBD: Why Acceptance is the Best Teacher With Bari Gratton

May 05, 2026 1h 18m Transcript

After a devastating Crohn's disease flare, marketing executive Bari Gratton traded a high-stress career for the healing path of yoga therapy in California. Bari joins Amber Tresca to discuss the…

Special Episode: Award Nomination and Upcoming Live Event in LA!

Apr 24, 2026 3m Bonus

Thanks for checking the show notes on this extra special episode! First thing: I'm nominated for an award! Please Vote for me in this category: Wellness Podcasts Scroll all the way down to the last…

Is Your Eye Pain Actually an IBD Flare?

Apr 21, 2026 16m Transcript

Did you know that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) isn't only a digestive condition? It can also attack your vision. Your host, Amber J Tresca, breaks down some of the most common eye-related…

How to Fuel Athletic Performance In Chronic Illness Featuring T.L. Wright (The IBD Athlete)

Apr 07, 2026 54m

T.L. Wright, known as The IBD Athlete and author of The SCD Athlete Cookbook, tells Amber about her frustrating decades-long journey to a Crohn's disease diagnosis. She explains the health reasons…

Epidemiology, Big Data, and Biologics in Pregnancy

Mar 24, 2026 40m

Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD198 What does a pregnant woman do when they need a biologic medication, but pregnancy isn't included in drug trials? Dr. Sonia Grandi…

The Insidious Reasons Why IBD Destroys Sleep

Mar 10, 2026 17m

Everyone needs sleep, but so many of us struggle to get enough. People living with IBD know that a good night's sleep can feel like a distant dream, whether it's pain, urgent bathroom trips, or…

How to Harness AI for Good Featuring Michael Tresca

Feb 24, 2026 47m

Artificial intelligence (AI) is being utilized in healthcare for many purposes. Patients are wondering how they can safely and effectively use AI tools to educate themselves and to manage their…

How You Can Improve Intimacy When Living With IBD Featuring Dr Stacy Friedman

Feb 13, 2026 39m

The bedroom can be a place of anxiety for people of all genders living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). How can you boost your confidence and deepen your connection with your partner while…

How to Protect Yourself in the Age of AI

Jan 20, 2026 54m

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…

How to Bring an Intention to Your 2026

Dec 30, 2025 13m

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,…

Amber's Year in Books 2025

Dec 16, 2025 37m

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…

How To Build Resilience and Manage Life With IBD Featuring Kinsey Beagley

Dec 02, 2025 29m

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,…

The Truth About Surviving IBD and Incontinence

Nov 18, 2025 45m

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.…

What You Need to Know About IBD and Gastroparesis Featuring Samantha Sauer, BCPA of G-PACT

Nov 04, 2025 40m

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…

The Truth About Stigma and Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy Featuring Mariah Leach, JD, MS

Oct 15, 2025 44m

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

Oct 07, 2025 37m

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

Sep 24, 2025 52m

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.…

Powerful Ways Art Can Help Us Heal from Trauma Featuring Daniel Leighton

Sep 17, 2025 53m

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…

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