Constipation Protocol

Contrary to the old joke, plumbers are not the only ones that can turn shit into gold. Retail and pharmacy shelves full of laxative products are proof that when our ‘pipes’ are ‘clogged’ we will pay handsomely for fast relief.…

Colonoscopy Prep/Cleanse On SCD

It may be helpful to transition to low-residue foods which are pureed with lots of liquid on the third and second days before your procedure, then changing to clear liquids the day of the preparation. Since a colonoscopy can be tough on…

SCD At School

We set a 504 plan at school to accommodate the diet and to help support your child’s specific needs. IBD is a recognized medical disability which entitles a child to accommodations that can be implemented in school.

SCD Kitchen Tips and Shortcuts

Use prepared, “ready to use” staples as long as you are sure there are no additives: frozen veggies, deboned no-skin chicken breast, etc. Have some legal cans of chicken, tuna and salmon- for emergency as well as for a quick…

Starting SCD or Handling A Flare

Stage one is “defensive SCD”. We use it when the digestive system and the immune system might be extra sensitive, for example when sensing a bad cold or a flare which might be brewing. It can also be used as…