Crohn’s Disease Exclusion Diet: Tips and Troubleshooting
In our overview post, ICN registered dieticians went over the Crohn’s Disease Exclusion Diet (CDED), including when and how it may be used as part of IBD care, how the diet is structured, and what CDED users can expect to eat and drink when following the diet. In this post, we’re sharing some common hurdles that patients and families may face, including tips for navigating when kids don’t like CDED food or shakes, successfully shifting to a CDED lifestyle, coping with “giving up” favorite foods, what happens if things don’t work out, and how to assess whether the CDED or another dietary therapy is right for you/your child.
