Nutritional Therapy for IBD

11/26/2025

Our team at Nutritional Therapy for IBD know that navigating Thanksgiving and the holidays with IBD can feel overwhelming especially when so much of the celebration revolves around food.

If you’re hosting someone with IBD, small acts of care go a long way asking what foods feel comfortable, offering simple choices, or keeping sauces on the side can help everyone feel included.

For those living with IBD, remember: it’s your day too. Eat what feels right for you in that moment, and don’t hesitate to ask for help if you’re cooking or hosting sharing the load can make the day more enjoyable.

Holidays are about connection, not perfection. 💚

11/22/2025

Dietary management for intestinal strictures or risk of bowel obstruction in Crohn’s Disease

When the bowel narrows due to a stricture, certain foods may not pass through easily. In these situations, adjusting your diet can help reduce symptoms and support safer eating. The type, length, and severity of the stricture will influence the level of modification needed.

👍 It’s important to remember that tolerance isn’t determined by fiber alone.

Some foods may be “low fiber” yet still dense, tough, or difficult to break down, which can make them harder to pass through a narrowed bowel.

🍽️ Eating slowly and chewing thoroughly is essential. Foods that naturally resist breaking down such as fruit and vegetable skins, nuts, seeds, sweetcorn, beans, and tough or gristly meats may trigger symptoms for some individuals.

Foods that can be easily chewed or mashed to a smooth consistency are often better tolerated, regardless of their fiber content.

📒 Tracking what you eat and any symptoms that follow can be extremely helpful. This information allows you and your dietitian or gastroenterologist to identify foods that work well for you while still supporting a balanced and nourishing diet.

11/14/2025

The Mediterranean Diet (MED) is one of the most researched and sustainable eating patterns in the world known for supporting heart, gut, and overall health.

It focuses on whole, minimally processed foods and celebrates balance rather than restriction. Here’s what it looks like in practice:

🥦 Plenty of plants: Load up on vegetables (around 2 servings per meal) and fruits (1–2 per meal).
🫒 Healthy fats: Extra virgin olive oil about 3 tablespoons a day is the star of the show.
🍞 Whole grains: Include breads, cereals, and grains (1-2 servings per day)
🥫 Legumes: Add beans or lentils a few times per week for extra fiber and plant-based protein.
🐟 Seafood: Enjoy fish or seafood more than twice per week for those heart-healthy omega-3s.
🍗 Moderate animal foods: Eggs and poultry a few times a week, with limited red meat and sweets.
🥛 Dairy (in moderation): 1–2 servings daily, such as yogurt or cheese.

💬 It’s one of the best-studied eating patterns for gut and heart health and it’s flexible enough to adapt to your lifestyle and culture.

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The Mediterranean Diet (MED) emphasizes vegetables, fruits, olive oil, and wholesome fats, potentially improving IBD symptoms and offering broader health benefits.

11/14/2025

If there’s one spice that feels like a hug, it’s cinnamon — and today is the perfect excuse to bake with it.

These chewy, buttery cinnamon cookies are simple, cozy, and just sweet enough. Made with almond flour, warm cinnamon, and honey or maple syrup, they’re the kind of cookie you have “just one more” of.

Save this recipe and bake a batch today — it’s cinnamon’s day to shine!

Find this recipe and others like it on our website today!
Link: https://loom.ly/tRYKbrc

11/12/2025

Are you a patient with IBD who seeks online diet information to help support the disease alongside medications?

Please consider filling out this survey on online dietary information seeking behaviour and preferences amongst individuals with IBD.

⏱️Deadline: Sunday 16th November

👉The online survey will take 10 minutes to complete. Find the link to the survey and more details about this study here ⬇️

You are invited to participate in a research study entitled: Online dietary information seeking behaviour and preferences amongst individuals with Inflammatory Bowel Disease who use diet to support their condition: A survey study.

11/07/2025

💡 The Key Role of a Gastrointestinal (GI) Dietitian in IBD Care

Managing Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis can be complex and adding diet into the mix can feel challenging.
A GI dietitian plays a key role in helping you manage your IBD alongside medical treatment through personalized, evidence-based nutrition care.

Here’s how 👇
🥣 Diagnose & Treat Malnutrition
Dietitian's are the only healthcare professionals qualified to diagnose and treat malnutrition a common challenge in IBD.

📚 Provide Evidence-Based, Unbiased Advice
No fad diets or guesswork. Just science-backed nutrition tailored to your needs.

🩺 Conduct Complex Assessments
Through detailed nutritional assessments, dietitian's create realistic, achievable goals to support your health and quality of life.

🌎 Adapt to Your Lifestyle & Culture
Your culture, food preferences, and daily routine all matter and a GI dietitian makes sure your plan fits you.

💬 Tailored Nutrition for Your IBD
A GI dietitian can guide you through dietary therapies such as Exclusive Enteral Nutrition (EEN) or the Crohn’s Disease Exclusion Diet (CDED), and help you find the approach that works best for your condition.

A GI dietitian isn’t just about food they’re a key part of your IBD care team, helping you feel nourished, informed, and empowered. 💪

https://www.nutritionaltherapyforibd.org/dietary-options-overview

11/05/2025

We’re excited to welcome our new organizational partner, the Canadian Children IBD Network (CIDsCaNN)! CIDsCaNN is dedicated to ensuring that every child with IBD can enjoy health and quality of life. By bringing together healthcare providers physicians, scientists, and allied health professionals across Canada, they are advancing the standard of pediatric IBD care.

Building on the progress we’ve made together, we look forward to further strengthening our partnership and bring new nutrition resources to the forefront of IBD care.

11/04/2025

Our November newsletter will be coming to your inboxes on Thursday! It is packed with the latest science, announcements, and events including practical tips to help you navigate the social setting during this holiday season.

Don't miss the IBD-friendly Thanksgiving and holiday recipes that are sure to impress everyone at your table this year.

Plus, read about the nutrition highlights from the 2025 edition of Food: The Main Course to Digestive Health Conference hosted by the University of Michigan Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.

Its not to late to sign up if you haven't already! Just click this link: https://loom.ly/n7g5bfo

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11/03/2025

This Bok Choy & Sh*take Mushroom Stir-Fry is as flavorful as it is nutritious!

It brings together earthy shiitake mushrooms, crisp bok choy, and a touch of sesame oil for the perfect balance of savory and sweet. A drizzle of honey and a splash of vinegar round out this simple yet satisfying side.

Quick to make, and packed with umami — it’s the perfect addition to your fall menu!

Need another reason to make this dish? It’s also National Mushroom Day! Find the full recipe and others like it on our website.

10/31/2025

What is Exclusive Enteral Nutrition (EEN)?
EEN is a medically supervised liquid diet that provides all essential nutrients through specialized nutritional supplement formulas, usually for around 6–8 weeks.
It is a well-established therapy to induce remission in paediatric Crohn’s disease and is increasingly being explored in adults.
EEN can also be used during flares, before or after surgery, or while waiting for new treatments to start.
It is recommended as a first-line therapy for paediatric Crohn’s in many countries due to high remission rates and minimal side effects.

Benefits include:
Reduced gut inflammation
Improved nutritional status, growth, and energy
A steroid-free treatment option, avoiding corticosteroid side effects

Always follow EEN under guidance from your IBD dietitian or gastro team.

For full references and more information on Exclusive Enteral Nutrition (EEN), check out our website.

Exclusive Enteral nutrition involves the use of a nutritionally complete liquid diet which is often an over-the-counter meal replacement formula that provides all daily calories. Thus no solid food is taken for the duration of the treatment, usually 6- 8 weeks

10/31/2025

Happy ! 🎃
Whether you’re out snagging candy or chilling with a cozy movie night (and your favorite gut-friendly snacks), hope your night’s full of treats and zero tricks.

10/28/2025

Thank you Natalie and Amber for stopping by today and supporting nutrition in IBD! We appreciate your incredible and impactful work for the IBD community!

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