Grosse CSJ, Christophersen CT, Devine A, Lawrance IC. The role of a plant-based diet in the pathogenesis, etiology and management of the inflammatory bowel diseases.
Expert Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol 2020;
14:137-145. [PMID:
32077339 DOI:
10.1080/17474124.2020.1733413]
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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.
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