The role of a plant-based diet in the pathogenesis, etiology and management of the inflammatory bowel diseases
Document Type
Journal Article
Publication Title
Expert Review of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Publisher
Taylor and Francis Ltd
School
School of Medical and Health Sciences
RAS ID
31541
Abstract
Introduction: Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) carries a significant burden on an individual’s quality-of-life and on the healthcare system. The majority of patients use dietary modifications to manage their symptoms, despite limited research to support these changes. There is emerging data that a plant-based diet will be of benefit to IBD patients. Areas covered: A literature review on the pathogenesis and potential benefits of dietary management of IBD. Expert opinion: A Westernized diet has been associated with IBD risk and relapse; hence a plant-based diet may be of benefit to IBD patients through reducing inflammation and restoring symbiosis. Dietary therapy can be an important adjunct therapy, however, better quality studies are still required. © 2020, © 2020 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.
DOI
10.1080/17474124.2020.1733413
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Grosse, C. S., Christophersen, C. T., Devine, A., & Lawrance, I. C. (2020). The role of a plant-based diet in the pathogenesis, etiology and management of the inflammatory bowel diseases. Expert Review of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, 14(3), 137-145. https://doi.org/10.1080/17474124.2020.1733413