Ampersand Health

19/05/2025

Living with Crohn’s or Colitis means making calls every day—what to eat, when to rest, whether to push through or pause.

It takes courage to self-manage a condition that doesn’t always play by the rules. And in the My IBD Care community, we see that kind of courage all the time.

From tracking symptoms to learning what works (and what really doesn’t), you’re doing the hard, everyday work of looking after yourself. That deserves recognition.

💜 Today, and every day, we see you. And we’re with you.

06/05/2025

🔔 Coming soon to My IBD Care...

We’re teaming up with expert Gastro Dietitian Dr Bridgette Wilson to record new content all about the different diets people with IBD often hear about — from low FODMAP to the Mediterranean diet, and more.

If you've ever thought:

❓What do these diets actually involve?
❓Could one of them help me manage my IBD?
❓How do I know which, if any, might be worth trying?

Then this content is for you.

What would you like to know about diet and IBD? Let us know in the comments — your questions could shape what we cover.

27/03/2025

One of the most powerful things about living with inflammatory arthritis or IBD is knowing you’re not alone. Our Ampersand community brings people together at our online social meet-ups to share experiences, challenges, and wins—because managing a long-term condition is easier when you have support.

From flare-ups and fatigue to small victories and self-care, these conversations remind us that we’re in this together.

Download My Arthritis or My IBD Care for free and join our Ampersand Community today.

10/02/2025

❄️ Staying Active in Winter with IBD ❄️

Colder weather can make it harder to stay active, but gentle movement can help boost energy, support digestion, and improve overall wellbeing! Try these IBD-friendly winter activity tips:

✅ Gentle indoor stretches or yoga
✅ Short walks outside (layer up!)
✅ Low-impact workouts like Pilates or swimming
✅ Listen to your body & rest when needed

Small steps can make a big difference! Track your activity & set goals with the My IBD Care app. 📲

16/01/2025

This insight resonates with so many living with inflammatory arthritis. Mental wellbeing plays such a crucial role in managing physical symptoms, and caring for your mind can truly support your body.

To help you kickstart your journey, why not try our 14-day General Wellbeing Course? 💡

✨ What to Expect:

- Each day, you'll access expert-led videos packed with practical insights.
- Complete interactive activities tailored to help you feel more in control of your wellbeing.
- Build habits that support both your mind and body, one step at a time.

Start the new year by investing in YOU. 🌿

👉 Sign up today and begin your 14-day journey to better wellbeing!

09/01/2025

💬 Ready to set goals for 2025? Start with our 7-day course, "Your Daily Activities" in the My IBD Care app, and explore daily habits that can boost your wellbeing:

✔️ Movement that feels good for your body.
✔️ Quality sleep to recharge your mind and gut.
✔️ Social connection and gratitude to uplift your spirits.

You don’t have to do it all at once—take it one day at a time.
📲 Sign up now in the My IBD Care app and take the first step toward a healthier, happier you.

07/11/2024

🌟 Exciting News for My IBD Care app users! 🌟
Now you can connect your device to the My IBD Care app to gain key insights into how your wellbeing impacts your condition. From tracking heart rate variability (HRV) to understanding your sleep quality, these personalised insights can help you understand your better! 📊✨
📹 Click this link to watch a short video to learn more about this game-changing feature! https://bit.ly/IBDInsights

17/10/2024

Our My Arthritis app is here to offer guidance and tools that can help you manage your arthritis in a way that works for you.

Whether you're tracking symptoms, exploring exercises, or setting small goals, the app is designed to support your unique journey.

Mark, a member of our Arthritis Ampersand Community, says "As long as your RA is reasonably controlled with drugs, I would encourage anyone else to try doing as much exercise as you can to build muscle around your joints to better support them."

Gentle movement can help strengthen the muscles around your joints, improving support and mobility.

Download the My Arthritis app for free today and give it a try!

12/10/2024

It’s today and the theme is ‘Knowledge is power, informed choices and better outcomes'.

Mark, My Arthritis app user, advocates for ‘Joint Conversations’, our virtual social meet-up for people living with inflammatory arthritis. A space to meet others, share experiences and learn more about how you might manage living well with this condition.

Download the My Arthritis app for free and join our Arthritis Ampersand Community to learn more.

17/09/2024

It's . The My Arthritis app is your free go-to tool for managing symptoms, tracking progress, and connecting with others. Download it today and check it out!

25/01/2024

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We explore this in our recent article, available now to read!

Read it here 🔗:

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09/01/2024

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In a recent article, we explore a range of practical home modifications that you can try implementing to help create a more arthritis-friendly home for yourself.

Read it now: https://ampersandhealth.co.uk/myarthritis/resources/tips-on-creating-an-arthritis-friendly-home/