GI Nutrition Foundation

06/11/2026

🌾 Does going gluten-free help in IBD?

For individuals with celiac disease, a gluten-free diet is essential. However, in patients with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis who do not have celiac disease, there is currently no strong evidence to support the routine use of a gluten-free diet.

Interestingly, some people report symptom improvement after removing gluten-containing foods. In some cases, this may be related to reducing fructans (a type of FODMAP) rather than gluten itself, or simply making broader dietary changes.

The key is identifying what is actually driving symptoms before introducing unnecessary long-term dietary restrictions.

💚 Visit our website to explore evidence-based dietary therapies and nutrition resources for IBD.

06/07/2026

Can you follow a Mediterranean-style diet if you have celiac disease?

Absolutely.

A gluten-free diet is the treatment for celiac disease, but that doesn’t mean giving up on variety, balance, or enjoying food. By focusing on naturally gluten-free foods and incorporating gluten-free whole grains, it is possible to follow a nutritious Mediterranean-style eating pattern.

From quinoa and buckwheat to legumes, fish, fruits, vegetables, and olive oil, there are plenty of delicious ways to build a healthy gluten-free diet.

🔗 Visit our website to explore our full Gluten-Free Mediterranean Diet resource and learn more about practical tips, gluten-free grains, and building balanced meals.

06/05/2026

A few highlights from our first live event! 🍽️

1 month ago, the GI Nutrition Foundation hosted IBD Nutrition in Practice: A Culinary Experience in Chicago.

This interactive event was designed to bring evidence-based nutrition to life, combining expert education with real food and real conversations.

Guests had the opportunity to explore a variety of dietary approaches used in IBD, learn from leading clinicians and dietitians, and experience how nutrition can be translated into practical, everyday meals.

From the Mediterranean Diet and Crohn’s Disease Exclusion Diet (CDED) to texture-modified diets, and more, each station showcased the science behind the dietary therapy alongside thoughtfully prepared foods.

The evening was filled with learning, collaboration, and meaningful discussions about the important role nutrition can play in comprehensive IBD care.

Thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and helped make our first live event such a success. We are incredibly grateful for the support and enthusiasm shown by our GI community.

💚 Learn. Taste. Connect.

We look forward to welcoming you to future GI Nutrition Foundation events.

05/29/2026

🌍 World Digestive Health Day 💚

Nutrition plays an important role across many digestive diseases, but there is no single dietary approach that works for everyone.

From IBS and IBD to celiac disease and eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE), different conditions require different evidence-based nutrition strategies tailored to the individual.

Today, we’re highlighting some of the dietary approaches supported by current evidence, including:
• First-line dietary advice and the Low FODMAP diet for IBS
• Enteral nutrition, the Crohn’s Disease Exclusion Diet (CDED), and Mediterranean-style dietary patterns in IBD
• The gluten-free diet in celiac disease
• Elimination diets in EoE

Across all digestive diseases, the goal is the same: to use nutrition thoughtfully and strategically as part of comprehensive care while maintaining nutritional adequacy and quality of life.

At the GI Nutrition Foundation, we are committed to improving awareness and access to evidence-based nutrition education across digestive health.

🔗 Visit our website to explore resources, recipes, dietary therapies, and practical nutrition guidance for IBS, IBD, celiac disease, and EoE.

05/27/2026

Finding meals that fit your GI condition or dietary therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming.

That’s why the GI Nutrition Foundation recipe section was created, to help take some of the guesswork out of meal planning and make evidence-based nutrition more practical and accessible 💚

Our searchable recipe database allows you to filter recipes based on:
- Dietary Therapies
- Dietary Requirements
- Meal Type
- Strictures or Flares
- Occaion
- Appliances
- Cuisine

Whether you are looking for recipes for:
- IBD friendly meals
- Celiac disease
- Eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE)
- IBS-friendly meals
• Gluten-free or low FODMAP options

Our goal is to provide practical, nourishing recipes that can support a variety of digestive health needs.
No more endless searching or wondering what meals may fit your dietary approach.

🔗 Explore our recipe database on the GI Nutrition Foundation website today.
https://www.ginutritionfoundation.org/recipes

05/22/2026

World EoE Day – 22nd May 💚

Eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE) is an increasingly recognised immune-mediated condition that can affect both children and adults.

Because specific foods may trigger inflammation in the oesophagus, nutrition plays an important role in identifying food triggers and supporting symptom management.

Symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, food getting stuck, reflux not responding to medications, vomiting, or feeding difficulties should not be ignored.

Evidence-based dietary therapies, including elimination diets, can help some individuals reduce inflammation and improve symptoms when used as part of comprehensive care.

At the GI Nutrition Foundation, we are passionate about improving awareness and access to evidence-based nutrition education across digestive diseases, including EoE.

🔗 Visit our website to learn more about EoE and evidence-based nutrition approaches.
https://www.ginutritionfoundation.org/eosinophilic-esophagitis

Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE), symptoms, and nutritional management. Discover evidence-based guidance and support from the GI Nutrition Foundation.

05/19/2026

For World IBD Day, we invited clinicians, researchers, and dietitians working across the field of IBD nutrition to share short perspectives on evidence-based dietary therapies used in inflammatory bowel disease.

From the Mediterranean diet and fibre in IBD, to CDED, SCD, and other dietary approaches, this carousel highlights the growing role nutrition can play as part of comprehensive IBD care.

Nutrition in IBD is not one-size-fits-all. Dietary therapies should always be individualized and delivered alongside medical care with support from experienced healthcare professionals.

A huge thank you to all of the contributors who shared their expertise and helped us raise awareness around nutrition in IBD 💚

Swipe through to explore expert perspectives on dietary therapies in IBD.

05/17/2026

Join GI Nutrition Foundation and Improve Care Now For a Live Cooking Demonstration

GI Nutrition Foundation is collaborating with Improve Care Now’s Parent / Family Advisory Council (ICN PFAC) to launch a free, online Cooking Demo Series on Sunday, May 31st, from 7:00-8:00 pm EST.

This event was created especially for the IBD community to learn about Nutrition Therapy together.

Learn from our featured presenters: David Suskind, MD, Kim Braly, RD and Chef Ryan Van Voorhis during a live cooking demonstration.

This is a great opportunity to connect with other IBD families and enjoy a fun and interactive cooking experience together.

Link to sign up:
https://www.improvecarenow.org/pfac_cooking_series
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Cooking Demos are free, online & open to all families living with IBD. Attendees will learn from unique nutrition experts & surprise guests. Each event is an opportunity to connect with other IBD families and enjoy a fun, interactive cooking experience together 🍴

05/16/2026

💚 Today is Celiac Awareness Day 💚

Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune condition that requires lifelong management with a strict gluten-free diet.

However, following a gluten-free diet is not always straightforward. Understanding ingredient lists, gluten-free claims, certification labels, and hidden sources of gluten can be challenging, especially for those newly diagnosed.

This week, we shared a new educational resource in our GI Nutrition Foundation newsletter: “Decoding the Mystery: Making Sense of Gluten-Free Food Labels”

This evidence-based guide was designed to help individuals better navigate:
- Gluten-free labeling claims
- Hidden gluten ingredients
- Cross-contamination statements
- Certification symbols
- Safe gluten-free food choices

At the GI Nutrition Foundation, we are passionate about improving awareness and access to evidence-based nutrition education for individuals living with celiac disease 💚

🔗 Check out our latest newsletter and website to explore the full resource.

05/10/2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day with delicious, evidence-based recipes designed with digestive health in mind 💐

Whether you are preparing breakfast in bed, sharing brunch with family, or making a homemade sweet treat, these recipes offer practical options that can fit a variety of GI dietary needs and preferences.

Featured recipes include:
• Grain-Free Quiche Lorraine
• Coconut Raspberry Breakfast Bowl
• Peanut Butter Pancakes
• Raspberry Macaroons
• Apple Spice Coffee Cake

At the GI Nutrition Foundation, we believe food should be both enjoyable and nourishing even when managing digestive conditions.

Explore these recipes and more on our website today.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, caregivers, and families celebrating today 💜