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Eat Well Crohn's Colitis Danielle Gaffen, MS, RDN
- IBD Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
- Nutrition based on science

Honored to be invited back for a second year to speak at MyIBD Learning with the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Greater Sa...
09/13/2026

Honored to be invited back for a second year to speak at MyIBD Learning with the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Greater San Diego Chapter.

This year, I shared ‘Eating Well with IBD: Day-to-Day Strategies’ and talked about nutrition when feeling well, when symptoms change, and when eating away from home.

It was also great to be part of a multidisciplinary program that included gastroenterology, physician assistants, nursing, pharmacy, GI psychology, nutrition, and other members of the IBD care team — a nice reminder of how many different healthcare professionals can play a role in supporting someone with IBD.

Such a meaningful day connecting with our local IBD community. 💜

Greater San Diego & Desert Area

It was an honor to present alongside Dr. Amanda Johnson of Mayo Clinic for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s IBD Pro: O...
06/25/2026

It was an honor to present alongside Dr. Amanda Johnson of Mayo Clinic for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s IBD Pro: Obesity & IBD Educational Webinar.
 
Our session explored obesity and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including current evidence on GLP-1 therapies, nutrition and clinical considerations, patient communication, and interdisciplinary care.
 
I was delighted to share the nutrition perspective on GLP-1 therapy, weight management in IBD, patient-centered conversations about weight, the role of the IBD dietitian, and improving access to nutrition care.
 
Thank you to everyone who joined us live! If you’re an IBD healthcare professional, the webinar recording will be available on the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s YouTube channel in approximately four weeks.

Grateful for a wonderful day at Take Steps! 💜I was honored to volunteer at the HPEC (Healthcare Provider Engagement Comm...
06/14/2026

Grateful for a wonderful day at Take Steps! 💜

I was honored to volunteer at the HPEC (Healthcare Provider Engagement Committee) booth, where we promoted advocacy and ways patients and caregivers can take action and feel empowered.

I was also proud to help raise funds supporting research, education, and programs for the IBD community.

It was especially meaningful to walk alongside my husband, who has Crohn’s disease, our dog, our family, and so many patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, and supporters working toward a future free from Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

Today is World IBD Day 💜 Today, we spread awareness for the millions of people living with inflammatory bowel disease, i...
05/19/2026

Today is World IBD Day 💜

Today, we spread awareness for the millions of people living with inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. IBD is often invisible, but its impact can be very real — physically, emotionally, socially, and nutritionally.

This cause is deeply personal to me. My husband lives with Crohn’s disease, and seeing how much IBD can affect someone’s relationship with food, daily life, energy, confidence, and sense of normalcy is a big part of why I became an IBD dietitian.

We’re grateful for the work of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation in supporting patients, funding research, and helping improve quality of life for those living with IBD.

If you’re able, we’d be so grateful if you would help spread the word today. You can also consider donating to support our Take Steps team and the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s mission:

https://takesteps.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/participants/Danielle-Gaffen

Every share, donation, and conversation helps bring more awareness, support, and hope to the IBD community. 💜

It was an honor to serve on the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation Champions of Hope Gala committee this year, raising aware...
11/02/2023

It was an honor to serve on the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation Champions of Hope Gala committee this year, raising awareness and $471,000 (and counting) to fund research and help patients for a cause so close to many of us.

My husband, Ari, who has Crohn’s, and I, volunteered at the event, standing together in support of this important mission.

Bringing variety to your plate while optimizing tolerance! 🍲🥑 Navigating the food landscape when you have IBD can be tri...
06/28/2023

Bringing variety to your plate while optimizing tolerance! 🍲🥑

Navigating the food landscape when you have IBD can be tricky. IBD Dietitian Danielle breaks it down in our latest YouTube video, covering everything from the basics of IBD, the role food texture plays in digestion, to dishing out some seriously delicious, gut-friendly recipes. Because living free with IBD shouldn't mean compromising on taste. 😊

IBD and Food Texture: How to Enjoy a Variety of Foods Safely
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBi2_WL0XSs

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) refers to chronic conditions such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which invo...
06/07/2023

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) refers to chronic conditions such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which involve persistent inflammation of the digestive tract. Diet plays a pivotal role in managing IBD symptoms and preventing flare-ups.

Here are five reasons why our Anti-Inflammatory Pineapple Ginger Smoothie can be a valuable addition to an IBD-friendly diet:

- Anti-inflammatory ingredients
- Easy digestibility
- Hydration
- Emulsifier-free
- Nutrient density

To learn more about these reasons, as well as to find out how to make this anti-inflammatory smoothie, please click below to view the recipe post:

https://eatwellcrohnscolitis.com/recipes/anti-inflammatory-pineapple-ginger-smoothie/

Crohn’s disease, a form of inflammatory bowel disease, isn’t just about the gut. Did you know that up to 50% of people w...
05/23/2023

Crohn’s disease, a form of inflammatory bowel disease, isn’t just about the gut. Did you know that up to 50% of people with Crohn's can develop mouth sores, often before they even receive a formal diagnosis?

Our newest blog post provides useful insights on:

- The connection between Crohn’s disease and the formation of mouth sores.

- How to recognize these sores – what they look like, where they occur, and the discomfort they can cause.

- Nutritional deficiencies that could contribute to the development of these sores and how to address them.

- Practical advice on how to manage and prevent exacerbation of mouth sores.

- Treatment options for mouth sores and the importance of managing the underlying Crohn’s disease.

Remember, oral health is crucial in the overall management of Crohn's disease. So, let’s take the first step towards understanding and tackling this issue head-on.

Crohn’s Disease Mouth Sores: Causes and Treatment:
https://eatwellcrohnscolitis.com/crohns-disease-mouth-sores-causes-and-treatment

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