My Culture and Identity With Crohn’s Disease
My parents immigrated to the United States from Egypt many years ago. There are many things about my background that I am proud of.
Basmah Ali has been living with Crohn's disease for 18 years. She is working toward becoming a certified wellness coach and loves sharing food and lifestyle tips on Instagram. Ali is a part of Girls With Guts, an organization addressing obstacles women of color encounter while living with inflammatory bowel disease. She enjoys traveling, weightlifting, reading, and playing with her nephews and nieces. Connect with her on Instagram and Twitter.
My parents immigrated to the United States from Egypt many years ago. There are many things about my background that I am proud of.
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