Nutritional Therapy for IBD

01/22/2026

Meal planning can feel daunting when you’re living with IBD, especially if most of your meals need to be homemade or tailored to your symptoms. But with a gentle, flexible approach, it can actually reduce stress around food and support more consistent nourishment.

Starting small, using familiar meals, planning around your energy levels, and keeping things realistic can make meal planning more manageable over time.

We’ve broken this down step by step in our Meal Planning Guide for Beginners on our Lifestyle page, including practical tips, tools, and strategies designed with IBD in mind.

👉 Head to the Lifestyle section of our website to read the full guide.

Stay on Track with your Nutrition Goals While Saving Time and Money

01/17/2026

Studies show that roughly 25–40% of people with IBD in remission report IBS-like symptoms (such as abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel habits), even when there is no active inflammation.

highlights which dietary approaches currently have the strongest evidence base, with the gluten-free diet being less supported:

👉 Low FODMAP diet (including the simplified version)
👉 Mediterranean diet
👉 Regular, healthy, balanced meals
👉 Gluten-free diet

What is your go-to dietary intervention for managing IBS symptoms?
We recommend consulting your gastroenterologist or a registered dietitian before starting any of these dietary approaches.

Check out our Diet & Lifestyle Tips page on our website for more support.

(Gracie, Hamlin, & Ford, 2018)

01/15/2026

During an IBD flare, your digestive system may be more sensitive than usual. While no single diet works for everyone, gentle cooking and preparation methods can make a meaningful difference in how well certain foods are tolerated.

Steaming, baking, boiling, and slow cooking can help soften fibres and reduce digestive stress. Small preparation changes, like peeling, soaking, blending or lightly juicing, may also help make meals easier to digest for some people during a flare.

Every person with IBD is different, and tolerance can vary day to day. These methods aren’t rules, just options that many people find supportive during flares.

For more information on this topic, check out the “What Should I Eat During an IBD Flare?” section on our website, it goes into more detail about gentle food choices and preparation tips. 💚

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Discover what to eat during an IBD flare. Get tips on safe foods, meal ideas, and nutrition for better symptom management.

01/10/2026

Nutrition can play a significant role around IBD surgery, not as a replacement for medical or surgical care, but as a supportive pillar that helps strength, healing, immunity, and recovery.

Many people enter surgery with reduced appetite, weight loss, or inflammation, all of which can impact recovery. Supporting nutrition before and after surgery can help improve outcomes, energy, and resilience during healing.

Every person’s needs are different , and support is available. 💚
For information on surgery and IBD visit our website:
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Recovering from IBD surgery? Learn how nutrition can help you heal, support recovery, and improve outcomes. Get expert tips for your post-surgery diet.

01/06/2026

Our January newsletter will be coming to your inboxes on Thursday! Our newsletters bring you the latest in nutrition science, important announcements, recaps from conferences, and helpful tips and recipes to help you integrate nutrition into your lifestyle.

This month, don't miss our new lifestyle article "Meal Planning Guide for Beginners", giving you practical tips to stay on top of your nutrition goals while saving you time and money. You'll also find some key statements from speakers at the AIBD conference in December, the latest in research on comparing different diets studied with IBD and some nourishing soup recipes for soup month, plus more!

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01/01/2026

The New Year often comes with pressure to reset, restrict, or aim for perfection, but when you’re living with IBD, supportive goals may look a little different.

At Nutritional Therapy for IBD, we encourage realistic, achievable nutrition goals that focus on consistency, nourishment, and listening to your body, not drastic changes or quick fixes. Progress with IBD isn’t linear, and small, steady steps can still make a meaningful difference over time.

This year, choose goals that feel supportive and sustainable. 💚

01/01/2026

Hello 2026 💚
May this year be filled with gentler days, better nourishment, and renewed hope for gut health and overall well-being. Here’s to progress that’s personal, patient, and rooted in care.

12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas! ✨🎄

Wishing everyone living with IBD a holiday season filled with nourishing meals, gentle care, and moments of comfort. May this season remind us of the healing power of food and the small, mindful choices that support digestive health and overall wellbeing. ❤️🌱

12/23/2025

The festive season is a time for connection, but it’s also when colds and viruses tend to do the rounds.

For people living with IBD, supporting your health during this time doesn’t mean doing more or striving for perfection. At Nutritional Therapy for IBD, we focus on simple, sustainable habits that help your body cope, especially when routines change.

Regular nourishment from food, hydration, lots of rest, and gentle movement all play an important role in supporting immune health, alongside reducing stress and listening to your body. Small, consistent steps can go a long way.

Be kind to yourself this festive season. Looking after your health is part of enjoying it too. 💚

12/19/2025

Thoughtful Christmas gifts for someone living with IBD aren’t about fixing symptoms, they’re about comfort, understanding, and care. 💚

Living with IBD can affect energy, digestion, and daily life, especially during the holidays. Gifts that support rest, reduce pressure around food, or simply offer a moment of ease can mean so much more than something flashy.
Whether it’s cosy comforts, gentle food choices guided by their preferences, or something that helps them rest and unwind, thoughtfulness goes a long way. 💚

12/18/2025

✨ Our Year in Review ✨

As we look back on this year, we’re grateful for the opportunity to continue supporting patients and healthcare professionals navigating nutrition in IBD.

Throughout the year, our work centered on:

🔬 Research & Education: Developing evidence-based nutrition resources
💜 Awareness & Support: Empowering patients living with IBD
🤝 Community: Creating spaces for connection and learning
📣 Advocacy: Elevating the role of nutrition in IBD care
🔗 Collaboration: Partnering to strengthen impact
🏛️ Foundation & Leadership: Building a sustainable future for our mission

None of this would be possible without our community. We also recognize that there is still important work ahead. In 2026, we will continue working toward more accessible, inclusive, and effective nutrition support in GI care.

Thank you to everyone who supported, partnered, learned, and advocated alongside us this year. Your trust, engagement, and collaboration make this work possible. Together, we’re shaping a future where nutrition is an essential part of care. Read our Year in Review here: https://loom.ly/HeVnDM4

12/16/2025

🎄✨ Christmas Recipe Inspiration ✨🎄
Navigating the holidays with GI conditions like IBD or Crohn’s can feel overwhelming — especially around food. This Christmas, enjoy nourishing, comforting dishes that are gentle on your gut and full of festive flavor — from cozy mains and seasonal sides to sweet treats and creamy holiday sips.❤️

Save for later or share with someone managing GI symptoms this holiday season & find these recipes and more at https://loom.ly/W26t6OE