About IBD17 Jun 2025

Better Health With Breathwork for IBD Featuring Elizabeth Coldrick of Wildly Brave Wellness

Elizabeth Coldrick, a nutritional therapist and breathwork facilitator living with IBD and a permanent ostomy shares her experiences living in Bali, the challenges and benefits of managing IBD abroad, and the importance of nutrition and breathwork for mental and physical health. She explains how breathwork can reduce stress and inflammation, offers a simple breathing exercise, and discusses her new nutrition e-book for people with ostomies. The episode highlights self-care, community, and practical strategies for living well with IBD. Episode highlights

The connection between breathwork and mental health, particularly for individuals with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
The significance of breathwork in managing stress and promoting overall well-being.
Personal experiences of living with IBD and an ostomy, including challenges faced while living abroad.
The impact of lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, on health while living in a different country.
The physiological effects of breathwork, including its ability to lower cortisol levels and reduce inflammation.
Different types of breathwork practices and their emotional and physical effects.
The importance of finding qualified breathwork practitioners and creating a safe environment for participants.
The role of nutrition in managing IBD and the development of resources tailored for individuals with ostomies.
The benefits of community support for individuals living with chronic health conditions.
A simple breathing exercise to encourage listeners to incorporate breathwork into their daily routines.

Find Elizabeth Coldrick and Wildly Brave Wellness at:

Web: https://wildlybravewellness.com/
Instagram: @wildlybravewellness_
Free Happy Gut Guide: https://go.wildlybravewellness.com/happy-gut-guide
Stoma Recipe eBook: https://wildlybravewellness.com/delicious-stoma-ibd-recipe-nutrition-ebook
Sound Healing Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62yWpuNrSgI

Find Amber J Tresca at:

AboutIBD.com: About IBD
Verywell: Verywell Health
Facebook: @aboutIBD
Twitter: @aboutIBD
Pinterest: @aboutibd
Instagram: @about_IBD
YouTube: @AboutIBD
Threads: @about_IBD

Find Mac Cooney (mix, sound design, and theme music) at:

Facebook: @maccooneycomposer
Instagram: @maccooneycomposer
Web: Cooney Studio
YouTube: @MacCooneyComposer
Theme music, IBD Dance Party, is from ©Cooney Studio.

Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD177 These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase after clicking a link, Mal and Tal Enterprises, LLC may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

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