Publisher's Synopsis
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that can cause abdominal pain and cramping, diarrhea, and a reduced appetite. A person can manage it by eating or avoiding certain foods that can help reduce the risk of flare-ups and inflammation. UC is a long-term, chronic disease that can cause inflammation in your bowel as well as digestion issues. Many individuals with UC find that modified diets help ease their symptoms and can sometimes bring on periods of remission. For many people with ulcerative colitis (UC), which is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), finding the right diet plan is usually a process of elimination. You cut out or limit certain foods that seem to aggravate your symptoms, and then see how you feel. Foods that a person with the condition may want to avoid may include lactose products, alcohol, gluten, spicy foods, and foods high in sugar and fats. Some foods that may benefit individuals with ulcerative colitis include salmon, mackerel, chia seeds, walnuts, and other foods high in omega-3 oils.
