Recommended Resources
Curated books and guides from the IBD community
Medical Reference
Mayo Clinic on Crohn's Disease & Ulcerative Colitis
Francis A. Farraye, M.D. & Sunanda V. Kane, M.D.
The gold standard evidence-based guide from Mayo Clinic doctors. Covers diagnosis, treatments, diet, and living well with IBD.
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Crohn's and Colitis: Understanding and Managing IBD
Dr. Hillary Steinhart, MD
Over 30,000 copies sold. Recognized by practitioners and patients for its clear, accessible approach to understanding IBD.
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Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: Everything You Need To Know
Fred Saibil, MD
A complete practical guide from a Mount Sinai-trained IBD specialist. Ideal for newly diagnosed patients and their families.
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The First Year: Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
Jill Sklar & Manuel Sklar, MD
Step-by-step guide specifically designed for the first year after diagnosis. Practical, reassuring, and thorough.
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Living with Crohn's Disease: A Comprehensive Guide
Tal Eckerling
A comprehensive guide covering diagnosis, treatment, diet, lifestyle management, and emotional well-being.
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Crohn's and Colitis For Dummies
Tauseef Ali, MD
Plain-English guide covering everything from diagnosis to daily management. Excellent for patients and families.
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The Crohn's Disease Cookbook: 100 Recipes and 2 Weeks of Meal Plans
Amanda Foote, RD
Written by a registered dietitian with practical recipes and meal plans for both flare-ups and remission.
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The Low-FODMAP Diet Cookbook
Sue Shepherd
150 gut-friendly recipes for IBS, Crohn's, UC, and other digestive disorders. Science-backed approach.
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Digestive Health with Real Food
Aglaée Jacob
Anti-inflammatory, nutrient-dense diet guide with practical strategies for IBS and IBD patients.
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Book for Crohns: Written by the Community for the Community
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Real stories from patients and medical professionals. All profits donated to Crohn's & Colitis UK charity.
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Living with Crohn's & Colitis: A Comprehensive Naturopathic Guide
Jessica Black, ND & Dede Cummings
Holistic approach combining conventional and naturopathic medicine. Written by a doctor and a patient together.
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The Mind-Gut Connection
Emeran Mayer, MD
Explores how the gut-brain connection affects health, mood, and weight. Essential reading for understanding stress and IBD.
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