Lactose intolerance Some people can develop an intolerance to lactose. Lactose is a sugar found in dairy products such as milk, cream and cheese. People who are lactose intolerant lack an enzyme called lactase which breaks down the lactose into a form which their body can absorb.
Nutritional treatment Nutritional treatment, such as exclusive enteral nutrition, is the only form of dietary treatment scientifically proven to help people with IBD, in particular, those with CD. Your healthcare team will tell you if they think this will help you. ENTERAL NUTRITION Some people with IBD…
Vitamins and minerals People with IBD are at risk of vitamin deficiencies, particularly if they have Crohn’s Disease and have trouble absorbing nutrients due to inflammation in the small intestine. It may be necessary to take a vitamin supplement – your doctor or IBD nurse will tell you…
What happens when we eat food? To understand the effect that food has on the gastrointestinal (digestive) system, it can be helpful to know the main features of the system and what happens when we eat. The gastrointestinal tract (gut) is like a long tube running…
Can food cause IBD? As IBD affects the digestive system, many people naturally wonder if there is a possible link between diet and IBD. A considerable amount of research has been undertaken to look for a connection, and scientists have investigated a wide range of food and nutrients…
Can food cure IBD? While you may come across a number of diets claiming to cure IBD, The majority of these do not have sufficient evidence to support their claims. But there is considerable evidence that specific aspects of nutrition are important in IBD, and that, as with…
