Patient resources
Deciding on an advanced therapy is only part of your overall treatment plan for your IBD. It is also important to talk about your mental and emotional well-being, as well as nutrition, with your clinician. Below are some resources that may help you find some more information.
American Gastroenterological Association GI Patient Center
A webpage by gastroenterologists, for patients, that provides information and resources about IBD, including conditions, diet/nutrition, procedures, and more.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Inflammatory Bowel Disease
CDC.gov (www.cdc.gov) is your online source for credible health information and is the official website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This webpage provides resources on the basics of IBD as well as data and statistics.
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation is the leading non-profit organization focused on IBD research and education and support for patients and healthcare providers.
Color of Gastrointestinal Illnesses
Color of Gastrointestinal Illnesses provides information and resources related to IBD, including access to educational materials, community events, and advocacy initiatives.
Nutrition Information: What Should I Eat?
A webpage from the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation that addresses the topic of diet and nutrition for individuals with IBD.
Nutritional Therapy for IBD
Nutritional Therapy for IBD is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives and health outcomes of patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis through evidence-based adjunctive nutritional therapy.
Mental and Emotional Well-being
A webpage from the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation that highlights the impact of IBD on mental well-being and discusses common psychological issues such as anxiety, depression, and body image concerns that may arise in individuals with IBD.