What is the role of diet in Crohns disease?
Depending on the severity of the disease, some patients need to restrict their diet all the time, others just some of the time, and still others may eat a normal, unrestricted diet. Avoiding a large number of foods can lead to disinterest in eating due to boredom, which can lead to reduced energy levels and subsequent weight loss. In general, people with Crohn’s disease are advised to look to a variety of foods for essential nutrients, including protein, calories, vitamins (A, D, C, B-12, and folic acid), calcium, iron, and zinc. To ensure that your intake of these nutrients is sufficient, it’s best to eat a variety of foods from the four basic food groups.
