Nutrition Resources for Healthcare Providers
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Malnutrition in IBD:
Malnutrition is common in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The goals of nutrition therapy are to maintain or restore nutritional balance, manage gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, and possibly reduce inflammation. These resources are designed to educate healthcare professionals on nutrition and its critical role in IBD management. The education provided is part of the Foundation's IBD Qorus Quality of Care Program.
Important Notice: The Nutrition Care Pathway is under revision; current activities are informational only.
Key Resources
Virtual IBD Clinic: Professional Training
The Foundation's Virtual IBD Clinic offers interactive online training activities for healthcare providers to improve diagnosis, treatment, and management of IBD. These certified activities replicate real-world clinical experiences, enhancing professional training in IBD care.
IBD in Clinical Practice: Anemia
In this online activity you will learn how to apply important elements of the Foundation’s IBD Anemia Care Pathway. This tool is critical for screening, evaluating, and managing iron deficiency anemia in IBD patients. Includes a testimonial from Lyn, an IBD patient with iron deficiency.
Joint Providers:
Postgraduate Institute for Medicine, Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, and RMEI Medical Education, LLC. Supported by Luitpold Pharmaceuticals.
Fact Sheets on Nutrition and IBD
General Nutritional Considerations for IBD Patients
A study by the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation found that 60% of IBD patients view nutrition as crucial to their management but lack discussions with their healthcare providers. This guide reviews evidence-based approaches, including nutritional support, energy goals, protein intake, and the impact of IBD medications on nutrition.
Common Micronutrient Deficiencies in IBD
IBD patients are at risk for micronutrient deficiencies due to inflammation, food avoidance, and treatments. This fact sheet lists the most common deficiencies and their associated risks, including bone disease, anemia, and growth complications.
Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s IBD Anemia Care Pathway
This pathway helps standardize the management of anemia in IBD patients, addressing significant care gaps despite existing guidelines.
Foundation-led research studies
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs Regarding the Role of Nutrition in IBD Among Patients and Providers
Published in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, this study explores the role of nutrition in IBD and evaluates patients' and providers' knowledge on the subject, stressing the need for earlier nutritional interventions.
Assessment of Gaps in Care and the Development of a Care Pathway for Anemia in Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
This study identifies gaps in the care of IBD anemia and presents a care pathway to improve clinical management, published in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases.
Multimedia Resources
Video:
This is a short educational video for healthcare providers and dietitians to learn about the significance of malnutrition in IBD care.
Anemia Care for IBD Patients
Listen to the Audio Podcast
Patients with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) are at a greater risk of developing anemia, a common complication that affects their quality of life and is associated with high rates of other IBD-related complications. Host Laura Wingate, Vice President of Education, Support and Advocacy for the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, chats with Dr. Jason Hou, Assistant Professor of Gastroenterology at Baylor College of Medicine about gaps in the importance of anemia management, diagnostics, and awareness for patients with IBD that continue to exist among healthcare providers.
IBD Nutrition Navigator (provided by Nutrition Therapy for IBD)
The IBD Nutrition Navigator is a tool provided by Nutrition Therapy for IBD, and is an evidence-based tool that empowers patients and clinicians to work together and explore personalized dietary options to optimize IBD care.
Patient/caregiver education
Comprehensive nutrition education resources for healthcare providers to share with IBD patients and caregivers to support informed dietary choices in managing IBD.
This content was developed by Professional Members of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation.
