Q I live in Dongincheon, Incheon, and often eat seafood like raw fish. Are there foods I should avoid with IBD?
A A low-residue diet is the basic principle, and raw vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and raw fish can irritate the intestine during a flare, so caution is needed. Trigger foods differ from person to person, so it is important to keep a food diary to identify your own pattern.
Detailed Answer
An IBD diet varies by flare and remission phase rather than being a uniform prohibition. During a flare, a low-residue diet that puts little burden on digestion (white rice, cooked vegetables, soft protein) is recommended, and raw seafood, high-fiber vegetables, greasy fried foods, and dairy can worsen symptoms, so reducing them is advisable. During remission, you don't need to restrict too strictly in order to maintain nutritional balance.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
In Korean medicine, cold and raw foods are thought to irritate the intestinal mucosa, so eating warm, cooked food is recommended. At your consultation, we review your usual diet together and provide individualized dietary guidelines.
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