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Review
. 2022 Dec;24(12):183-190.
doi: 10.1007/s11894-022-00851-8. Epub 2022 Oct 20.

Incorporating Nutrition-Based Strategies into IBD Treatment

Pooja R Magavi  1 , Lori A Beeken  1 , Rebecca Matro  1 , Mazer Ally  1 , Melissa J Ferrari  1 , Gauree G Konijeti  2
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Review

Incorporating Nutrition-Based Strategies into IBD Treatment

Pooja R Magavi et al. Curr Gastroenterol Rep. 2022 Dec.

Abstract

Purpose of review: Diet and nutrition have emerged as key factors in the development and course of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including the approach to therapy. We present an overview of evidence-based recommendations and recent research in dietary therapy and nutrition management for patients with IBD.

Recent findings: Patients with IBD should undergo a comprehensive nutrition assessment with the assistance of a registered dietitian (RD), including screening for micronutrient deficiencies. Multiple specialized whole foods and liquid formula diets have been evaluated as part of induction and maintenance therapy for IBD. Nutritional status should ideally be optimized in the perioperative setting as well. Nutritional issues are prevalent among IBD patients and should be addressed by a multidisciplinary team, tailored to each patient's disease type, severity and course, including response to medical therapy and need for surgical management, as well as relevant psychosocial considerations.

Keywords: Crohn’s disease; Diet; Inflammatory bowel disease; Nutrition; Treatment; Ulcerative colitis.

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