So food gifts are tough , but the IC Network site recommended Gorge Delights Just Pear Bars and I am obsessed . They are totally IC friendly and are like fruit leather on steroids . Also , really high quality organic white chocolate grab a few bars and have a tasting party . I am also big into athletics , food , and travel , so I know how hard this must be for your friend my IC sounds more mild , but it can really be devastating even when mild . I just got cleared to start riding again five minutes at a time , but it ' s something and have found new sports to enjoy lap swimming , so that part of her life is not necessarily over . BUT until she ' s ready to try new activities or well enough to resume her old ones , try to avoid reminding her of what she can ' t do . So new hobby time ! Perhaps she ' d like a craftytype thing ? I ' m learning to knit . I currently hate it , but I ' m powering through and will finish this damn scarf if it kills me . Something comforting might be nice one of those stuffed animals that has a heating pack inside , a cozy sweatshirt , a Netflix subscription , a good book , etc . Also , I ' m really loving learning new recipes and becoming a crazy bread baker and scratch pasta maker . It really helped me enjoy food again . Maybe ask her if she ' d like to learn some new cooking skill ? It might be fun to do together . Good luck ! Your friend is lucky to have someone so supportive in her life !