- Frozen foods can provide convenient nutrition during UC flares when energy is low.
- Simple, low-fiber options like rice, bananas and root vegetables are often well tolerated.
- Working with a dietitian can help you find foods that support symptoms and nutrition.
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers in the lower part of the digestive tract. For people living with UC, eating can become a balancing act of finding nourishing foods you can tolerate while finding the energy to cook during a flare-up.
While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to eating with UC, the American Gastroenterological Association recommends following a Mediterranean-style diet to help reduce flares. “Easily digestible foods, adequate protein and anti-inflammatory nutrients…