Tucker Sweeney presents Two Steps Forward, One Step Back: A Journey through Life, Ulcerative Colitis, and the Specific Carbohydrate Diet at the SCDROCKS Conference, hosted by the Specific Carbohydrate Diet Association (SCDA).
In this presentation, Tucker shares his 20 plus years' journey following the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) after being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at age 23. He reflects on the realities of living with a chronic condition, including setbacks, progress, and the resilience required to navigate life over time.
Along with his mother, Carol Thompson, Tucker co-authored the book "Two Steps Forward, One Step Back: A Journey Through Life, Ulcerative Colitis, and the Specific Carbohydrate Diet". Drawing from decades of lived experience, Tucker discusses the challenges and rewards of maintaining SCD while pursuing an active outdoor lifestyle, including skiing, rock climbing, and mountain biking.
Tucker holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health, is a father of two daughters, and lives in North Idaho. In this talk, he shares practical insights and encouragement for others seeking to balance long-term dietary commitment with family life, physical activity, and personal fulfillment.