DIET INFLUENCE ON IBD
DIET INFLUENCE ON IBD
For many years, patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis have shared their observations and concerns that their nutrition impacts their disease. FINALLY, research in gastroenterology is paying attention and beginning to confirm what these patients have been telling us for decades.
“Increasingly, diet is being appreciated as a non-genetic exposure in the pathogenesis of Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), with dietary factors potentially altering the microbiota, metabolome, host barrier function, and innate immunity. In addition, although trials are few, nutritional interventions are being considered in the management of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).”
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Also read our excellent dietitian’s recent blog post about the relationship between nutrition and IBD:
I am so eager to see the results of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation’s research study funded by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute and led by Dr. James Lewis of the University of Pennsylvania. “This study will take a deeper dive into the role that diet plays related to IBD; specifically, looking at the specific carbohydrate diet and Mediterranean-style diet and its ability to manage Crohn’s symptoms and induce remission. The best part about this study is the heavy patient involvement.”
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Are you interested in learning more about the specific foods recommended to best manage your symptoms, reduce the risk of flares, and ensure optimal nutrition? Do yourself a favor and make an appointment with the registered dietitian at Comprehensive Gastrointestinal health. Visit our website: www.compgihealth.com or call us at 224-407-4400.