Crohn's disease food restrictions
Crohn's disease food restrictions
Crohn’s dietary management is highly individual, and Crohn’s disease food restrictions do not necessarily mean avoiding lettuce forever. The digestibility of lettuce can vary with intestinal inflammation, insoluble fiber, motility, and strictures, making raw greens more likely to cause cramping, urgency, or diarrhea during flares. Leafy greens intolerance is often a sensitivity to roughage rather than a food allergy, while inflammatory response to vegetables may reflect an already irritated gut. During active symptoms, a low-residue diet and cooked vegetables may help; in remission, tender greens can be reintroduced gradually. Understanding Crohn’s flare triggers and using personalized guidance can prevent unnecessary restriction.