3 of the biggest IBD Diet myths that are holding you back (and what’s actually true)

Myth: “You should avoid fibre.”

Truth:

Fibre is vital for gut health, even with IBD.

But the type and texture of fibre matters and what you tolerate can change between flare and remission.

This is why personalised guidance helps you build confidence instead of fear.

Myth: “Diet doesn’t matter in IBD.”

Truth:

Medication is essential but diet is also a vital piece of the puzzle in IBD care.

Nutrition can help reduce symptoms, support reducing inflammation, support your energy levels, lower nutrient deficiencies, and make daily life easier.

Evidence-based nutrition + your medical plan = the best outcomes.

Myth: “A flare means you need to cut out everything.”

Truth:

Over-restricting our diet during a flare and not eating regularly can sometimes worsen symptoms.

During a flare, it’s more helpful to adapt our diet e.g. softer textures, cooking, blending, and ensure enough energy and protein to support healing.

Restriction often leads to more fear and more nutrient gaps, not fewer symptoms.

Important Reminder

IBD nutrition isn’t about perfection or cutting out endless foods (despite what you might read or see online!).

It’s about understanding your disease, your inflammation, and what is right for you personally in a flare and in remission.

Its about reframing how we look at food - from the enemy to an incredible tool we can use to help us manage symptoms and support us to get better as quickly as possible.

Need help?

If you’re feeling confused about diet, fibre, flares, or where to start please know you’re not alone.

I’m here to help you feel more confident with food so you can live your life with less fear and fewer symptoms.

You can read more about how I can support you here and see experiences of the people with IBD just like you who I have helped already here.

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We are all wonderfully unique and what works for one person may not work for another so please seek help and advice before changing your diet to work out the right way forward for you.