Crohns Complications

 
    Why would someone need a Crohns diet as part of a Crohn’s disease treatment plan? Whether it’s the small or large intestine, or even both involved, inflammation can make it difficult for the body to digest food and absorb vital nutrients. Many times this can lead to malnutrition. Add the ever present Crohns symptom of diarrhea, and issues with the inability to maintain a normal weight and anemia become problematic. Low levels of vitamin B-12, folic acid and iron may result.

 

 
    As you’ve done your research into the various Crohns diets, you may wonder which diet is best for you.  Unfortunately, research has not revealed a specific, scientifically proven diet that lessens symptoms of Crohn’s disease.  Experts agree that Crohn’s patients should follow a high calorie and high protein diet.  Also, you must try even if you don’t feel like eating.  One or two large meals plus three or four small meals or snacks can help the body absorb what it needs.

 


 
    Most doctors advise their Crohn’s patients to try and identify “trigger” foods that exacerbates the Crohns symptoms.  How do you monitor a Crohns diet?  Keeping a journal of what you eat and recording your body’s reaction works for many patients.  If you see a pattern from one food or group, it may make sense to eliminate it. 

 
    Foods to watch carefully include alcohol, butter, soda, caffeine, dairy products, fatty or fried foods, raw fruits, raw vegetables, red meat and spicy foods.  Will all these foods cause Crohns complications?  Of course not, but, if certain foods do, you know which ones to eliminate from your diet.  Take control of your Crohn’s because you choose what you eat, not your doctor.

 

Create Your Own Crohn’s Diet Today.