Dietitian Gretchen Garlow demystifies the hottest food trends for people with cystic fibrosis and invites questions for future blog posts.
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Growing up, I never had any doubts that I would one day go off to college and pursue a career, despite having cystic fibrosis. But when the time came to prepare to attend Marquette University and live on my own in Milwaukee, I knew I would need a plan in order to make my transition to college life as smooth as possible.
My desire to help others with CF learn how to eat well led me to make a hard personal decision -- one that continues to pay off.
As a teacher with cystic fibrosis, I find it no surprise that heading back to school can be a shock to my system. But over the years, I've learned that if I can remember three main things, I can stay healthy through the transition back to school.
During my five months in Denmark for a study abroad program, I not only learned more about myself and others, but I became more confident in my ability to take care of myself. Don't let CF stand in the way of experiencing that, or any other dreams.
Holiday foods may be wonderful to eat, but they also can be very high in fat. Making sure that you take enough enzymes with these special meals could help you avoid unnecessary issues during a time reserved for loved ones.
An award-winning chef shares his recipe for people with cystic fibrosis, just in time for the holidays.
Are you looking to incorporate a new food or ingredient into your diet this season? Well, look no further!
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