Eat Smaller Meals More Frequently
Experts recommend that people with Crohn’s Disease eat smaller, more frequent meals. It is not just the nutritional value of the food that matters, but also the size of the meal. A person who eats too much is more likely to suffer from intestinal discomfort. Experts suggest that you eat five times a day, a small meal for breakfast, a larger lunch and dinner plus two snacks. The snack times should be roughly halfway between breakfast and lunch.
Individuals do not need to use measuring cups when portioning food. Comparing the size of their fist is a good idea. The ideal size for a meal is about the same as a fist. Eating small meals will not only prevent flare-ups but also reduce the severity and frequency of intestinal cramping. Patients should start keeping a food journal when they begin this. This food diary should include what the patient ate and when, as well as any symptoms that occurred. The patient can share this food journal with their doctor in order to identify trigger foods.
Find out more about how to design a diet that will help you manage Crohn’s flare-ups.
