Gut Feelings - by The Crohn's & Colitis Dietitians
Hosts Ashley Hurst and Danielle Leffler of The Crohn's and Colitis Dietitians chat about nutrition research in IBD & sprinkle in our own life experiences in being both IBD patients ourselves.
Gut Feelings - by The Crohn's & Colitis Dietitians
A Big Reason You May be Stuck with IBD Nutrition | Malnutrition in IBD
Up to 70% of those with Crohn's and over half of those with UC experience malnutrition.... and did you know this can impact your response to medication also?
Working with an IBD specialized dietitian can help correct malnutrition, reduce your risk of flare and give you tools for symptom relief - so that your body is in a better spot to respond to treatments.
In this podcast we highlight common signs of malnutrition and steps individuals can take if they are experiencing malnutrition.
Takeaways-
- Malnutrition can impact medication effectiveness.
- IBD patients can experience malnutrition due to various factors.
- Dietitians play a crucial role in managing malnutrition.
- Malnutrition is not solely defined by weight loss.
- Inflammation increases caloric needs in IBD patients.
- Certain medications can affect nutrient absorption.
- Common signs of malnutrition include fatigue and feeling cold.
- Addressing malnutrition can improve quality of life.
- Dietary restrictions can lead to malnutrition over time.
Chapters:
00:00- Understanding Malnutrition and Its Importance
05:54- Prevalence of Malnutrition in IBD Patients
08:12- Impact of Malnutrition on Health and Quality of Life
10:15- Steps to Address Malnutrition
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Ashley