by Anna Gomberg | Oct 11, 2021 | Newsletter, Recipes
With autumn’s chill, warm and comforting, soothing and nutritious food returns to the table. For patients with digestive diseases, some traditional fall favorites like crunchy, raw apples and fall vegetables can be difficult to enjoy. Oats contain soluble fiber, and...
by Anna Gomberg | Sep 14, 2021 | Newsletter, Recipes
Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie Back-to-school calls for better breakfasts, and the humble smoothie is a great option for warm early fall days. For patients with digestive diseases, bananas and oats are easy-to-digest prebiotic and probiotic foods containing soluble...
by Anna Gomberg | Aug 5, 2021 | Newsletter, Recipes, Uncategorized
It’s time for peaches, and these delicious fruits are wonderful eaten fresh or added to sweet and savory recipes for juicy note of seasonal flavor. Summer fruits like peaches should be enjoyed by patients, and are usually tolerated by those with digestive diseases. As...
by Anna Gomberg | Jun 9, 2021 | Newsletter, Recipes
June in Chicago is high strawberry season, and brings multitudes of ways to enjoy these beautiful summertime treats. Courtney Schuchmann, registered dietitian at the University of Chicago Digestive Diseases Center, notes that strawberries are a great source of vitamin...
by Anna Gomberg | Apr 8, 2021 | Newsletter, Recipes
A traditional symbol of life—and rejuvenation, eggs are incorporated into many spring festivals and traditions. This recipe is an easy way to incorporate eggs and perennial favorite, avocados, into a light appetizer, lunch, or dinner with many nutritional benefits for...
by Anna Gomberg | Mar 17, 2021 | Recipes
Crispy Oven-fried Potatoes The world’s fourth largest food crop, potatoes contain many important vitamins and nutrients, including vitamin C, B6, potassium, iron, and even 3 grams of protein per serving. Most St. Patrick’s Day celebrations include potatoes due to...
by Anna Gomberg | Feb 12, 2021 | Recipes
Very Veggie Smoothie For patients with IBD, particularly those with symptoms or in the midst of a flare, finding easy and healthy ways to eat fruits and vegetables can be a challenge. This is particularly true in winter, when many fresh fruits and vegetables are not...
by Anna Gomberg | Jan 8, 2021 | Recipes
Your Choice Soup In January, many people recommit to eating better and making healthier choices for the new year. Dietitian Courtney Schuchmann (Instagram: @caschuc) helps keep her patients’ nutritional goals on track with one of her go-to recipes, a super simple,...
by Anna Gomberg | Nov 5, 2020 | Recipes
From Courtney Schuchmann, MS, RD, LDN – University of Chicago Medicine Registered Dietitian The weather is getting cooler, which means many of us are gravitating toward warm, comfort food. This gut-friendly recipe is packed with tons of nutrients such as...
by Anna Gomberg | Oct 8, 2020 | Recipes
October might call for cozying up with pumpkin spice lattes and muffins, but the sugar and fat (and cream cheese frosting!) can offset the nutritional benefits of this fall favorite. A delicious part of many healthy diet plans, and high in beta-carotene and potassium,...
by GI Research Foundation | Nov 25, 2019 | Recipes
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] The holidays can be a challenge for those living with digestive diseases – luckily, there are...
by GI Research Foundation | Sep 24, 2019 | Recipes
Just in time for the change of seasons! University of Chicago nutritionist Courtney Schuchmann developed this vegan and vegetarian-friendly chili that is perfect on its own as a meal, or used for taco salads, chili dogs, or nachos. It can also be customized for meat...
