Ask A Doctor: What Should I Eat During A Flare-up Of Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms?

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Expert opinion from Divyasri N

MBBS · 4 years of experience · India

Ulcerative colitis flare most common reason is infections secondary to water and food Contamination. Patient has to consume high protein and high calorie diet, as disease is catabolic in nature. Few studies have shown benefit with curcumin. Patient should avoid eating in unhygienic places.

Expert opinion from Gustavo Campos

Doctor of Medicine · 9 years of experience · Brazil

During an ulcerative colitis flare-up, a low-residue diet can reduce the amount of stools and alleviate symptoms. Furthermore, if a patient discovers that certain foods aggravate their symptoms, reducing or discontinuing their consumption may be beneficial.

Expert opinion from Ilya Aleksandrovskiy

M.D., MBA · 5 years of experience · USA

You should eat a balanced diet, low-fiber food, fruits, and vegetables that provide nutrition.

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