Is there a special diet for people with ulcerative colitis?
No single diet has been shown to benefit all people with ulcerative colitis. However, you can learn which foods cause you problems and avoid them. Some tips that may help you improve your nutrition and diet include: • Eat a variety of low-fat foods to maintain your weight and meet your nutrient needs. • Keep a diary to identify foods that trigger your symptoms. • Determine if you are lactose intolerant because you may need to reduce or possibly eliminate dairy products. • Identify high-fiber foods that may cause problems for you. Some people must avoid certain raw fruits and vegetables or whole grain cereals. • Ask your doctor about supplements if the foods you can eat are limited or if you need to eliminate whole groups of foods such as dairy products.
