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Diet Recommendations for Ulcerative Colitis
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Question #51616
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Diet Recommendations for Ulcerative Colitis - #51616

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My son is 18, and he is diagnosed with Ulcerative colitis, he 2 years back started having rectal bleeding, and then he was diagnosed, but it was taken care of through the exclusion diet. He is still on infusions every 2 months, thank God, no more symptoms. His results are good. What should he take for his diet.

How often does your son experience any gastrointestinal symptoms now?:

- Rarely

What type of foods does he currently avoid in his diet?:

- Dairy products

How would you describe his appetite?:

- Good
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Include jowar roti, ragi roti, methi paratha, moonga chilla, well cooked green vegetables, Dals - green gram, massore dal Fruits - pomegranate, oranges, kiwi, papaya Dal kichdi, veg soup, tomato soup Buttermilk 3 times / day with adding 2 pinch of jeera powder Prepare food with very minimum spice. Avoid heavy to digest food, cold water, curds, salads


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Take easily digested food and fiber , Green vegetables, leafy Avoid oily spicy food and meat alcohol smoking Take Dadimastaka churnam 1tsp Kutajaparpati 1tab bd AF u ll get results


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HELLO THANK YOU FOR CONTACTING US IN ASK AYURVEDA YOUR SON IS DIAGNOSED TO HAVE ULCERATIVE COLLITIS WITH DIET AND MEDICATION IT CAN BE CURED I WILL PRESCRIBE SOME MEDICATION WHICH WILL BE HELPFULL BUT YOU HAVE TO BE IN CONTACT WITH YOUR GASTROENTEROLOGIST MEDICATION 1]KUTAJA ARISTA 15ML WITH EQUAL AMOUNT OF WARM WATER TWO TIMES A DAY AFTER FOOD 2]VATSAKADI CHURNA 1/2 SPOON WITH WARM WATER TWO TIMES A DAY AFTER FOOD 3]TRIPHALA CHURNA 1/2 SPOON WITH WARM WATER TWO TIMES A DAY AFTER FOOD DIET AVOID OILY , DEEP FRIED, COLD AND FERMENTED FOOD DRINK PLENY OF WATER , BUTTER MILK EAT VEGETABLES , FRUITS REGULAR BLOOD INVESTIGATIONS


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✅ Intake milk, honey, ghee, yashtimadhu. * Vegetarian diet is beneficial, pomegranate * Avoid anger, stress, day sleep


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✓Foods to prioritize (eat freely / daily) Well-cooked white rice, quinoa, oats (if tolerated), refined wheat (roti/maida if no gluten sensitivity) Moong dal (split yellow), masoor dal (well-cooked, thin consistency) Boiled/steamed vegetables: lauki (bottle gourd), kaddu (pumpkin), carrot, zucchini, green beans (no skin/seeds) Ripe banana, papaya, cooked apple/pear (peeled) Pomegranate (small amount daily – excellent for UC) Boiled potato (peeled), sweet potato Ghee (1–2 tsp per meal – anti-inflammatory & calorie-dense) Eggs (boiled/poached), chicken/fish (if non-veg, lean & well-cooked) Curd (only if lactose-free or homemade diluted buttermilk with roasted jeera) Foods to strictly avoid (common UC triggers) Dairy (milk, cheese, paneer, ice-cream – already avoiding, perfect) Raw salads, uncooked vegetables, high-fiber skins/seeds (tomato seeds, cucumber skin, brinjal skin) Spicy food, chilli, excessive black pepper Fried/oily foods, processed snacks, packaged items Carbonated drinks, caffeine (coffee/strong tea), alcohol High-FODMAPs if bloating occurs: onion, garlic, beans (except moong), cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, apples with skin ✓Sample daily meal plan (easy to follow) Breakfast: Moong dal khichdi + 1 tsp ghee + ripe banana Mid-morning: Pomegranate (½) or boiled apple (peeled) Lunch: White rice + thin moong/masoor dal + boiled lauki/carrot + 1 tsp ghee Evening snack: Rice porridge (kanji) or gluten-free toast with ghee Dinner: Same as lunch but lighter (soup + rice + veg) – finish by 7–8 pm ✓Additional supportive habits Small frequent meals (5–6 times/day) – never skip Eat slowly, chew well Warm water sip throughout day (2.5–3 L) Vajrasana 5–10 min after meals (improves digestion) No late-night eating Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma


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HELLO, RECOMMENDED FOODS -warm ,soft foods like moong dal khichri, rice, vegetable soups -cooked vegetables= bottle gourd, pumpkin, carrot -ripe banana, stewed apple -Mild spices= cumin, coriander, fennel ,turmeric AVOID -dairy products -spicy, fried, and processed foods -raw salads, cabbage, cauliflower -coffee, soda, alcohol INTERNAL MANAGEMENT 1) KUTAJGHAN VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =reduces bleeding and inflammation 2) BILVA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with buttermilk before meals =strengthens intestines 3) ISABGOL CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime =supports bowel health LIFESTYLE -eat fresh, warm meals -manage stress with pranayam -maintain regular sleep and meal times GOAL =reduce inflammation, protect the colon, and maintain remission DO FOLLOW HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU


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Follow some simple lifestyle changes and dietary changes and you will see results for his problem. ??Do’s?? Drink buttermilk daily it should be the go to snack for whenever he feels like having anything other than major meals. Eat freshly cooked food. Drink warm water. Lunch and dinner on fixed timings. 100 steps after every meal. If possible dinner as early as 7-8 pm. ?Don’ts:? Packed and processed food. Ready to eat items. Oily and spicy food. Sour and fermented products. Dals (only moong dal can be eaten) Besan Raw vegetables and sprouts Curd Reduce dairy intake. ??Medication ?? Tab. Ampachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Praval Panchamrit Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Kutaj parpati vati 1 tab twice a day before food Syp. Amlapitta Mishran 2 tsp twice a day just after food Tab. Gandharva Haritaki Vati 2 tabs at bed time with a cup of hot water.


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- Balanced meals: Include carbohydrates (rice, potatoes, oats), proteins (chicken, fish, eggs, tofu, legumes if tolerated), and healthy fats (olive oil, flaxseed, walnut). - Cooked vegetables & fruits: Prefer soft, peeled, or blended forms (e.g., applesauce, cooked carrots, squash, bananas). - Omega‑3 rich foods: Salmon, tuna, mackerel, chia seeds, flaxseed meal — shown to reduce inflammation. - Low‑fiber adjustments: Insoluble fiber (raw kale, apple skin, popcorn, nuts) may irritate; soluble fiber (oats, bananas, peeled apples) is usually better tolerated. - Hydration: Water, broths, smoothies, or oral rehydration solutions if stools are loose. - Calcium & Vitamin D: Since dairy is avoided, use fortified plant milks (soy, almond, oat), leafy greens, sesame seeds, or supplements if advised by his doctor. - Protein intake: Aim for 2–3 servings daily (chicken, turkey, fish, eggs, nut butters). Protein supports healing and growth. Foods Commonly Avoided— - High-fat fried foods (butter-heavy dishes, cheesy meals). - Spicy foods (chili powder, hot sauces). - Processed meats (sausages, bacon, deli meats). - Artificial sweeteners & sugar alcohols (sorbitol, sucralose). - Caffeine & alcohol (coffee, energy drinks, beer, wine). - Excess red meat (linked to inflammation if consumed daily).


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In ulcerative colitis the main goal is to keep digestion stable and protect the intestinal lining from irritation Even when symptoms are minimal it is important to continue a gentle and disciplined diet Since he is already avoiding dairy and has good appetite he can continue with simple warm freshly prepared foods that are easy to digest such as soft cooked rice moong dal soups vegetable khichdi well cooked vegetables ripe fruits soaked almonds and small amounts of healthy fats like sesame oil or coconut oil Such foods help support digestion and provide nourishment without putting excessive strain on the colon Very spicy deep fried highly processed packaged foods refined sugar and excessive junk foods should be minimized because they can disturb intestinal balance and trigger inflammation Regular meal timings adequate hydration proper rest and a calm routine are also very important for maintaining long term stability in ulcerative colitis Mild digestive spices such as cumin fennel turmeric and small amounts of ginger in daily cooking can support digestion without irritating the gut Fermented foods very cold foods carbonated drinks and heavy difficult to digest meals are better limited if they cause discomfort Light physical activity good sleep and stress control help maintain intestinal health and reduce the risk of flare ups Since he is currently receiving medical infusions it is important to continue regular follow up with his treating doctor while maintaining this supportive diet and lifestyle approach to keep the condition stable and protect long term digestive health


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Take soft. Blended diet Soft over boiled rice cooled with curd and pinch of asafoetida black salt and roasted jeera powder. Thin Moong dal khichdi Vegetables soup easily digestible. Avoid fried foods, spicy foods, nonveg food. Avoid wheat and wheat products. Include fresh green vegetables cooked or boiled. Can have soft fruit like melons, and fruits juices like pomegranate juice, Apple juice. Riped bananas . Isabgol, gond katira, chia seeds, in small quantities after soaking can be taken.


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Grains Well-cooked old Rice , puffed Rice (Laja), and moong dal khichdi. These are light on the gut. Vegetables Lauki parwal, Ridge Gourd (turai), and pumpkin. These are cooling and easy to break down. Fruits Pomegranate is highly recommended for its astringent and blood-stabilizing properties. ripe bananas and Bael fruit are also beneficial. Mung daal Avoid fermented food like curd Idli Dosa vinegar based pickles accessive red chilli black pepper garlic mustard seed high fibre raw salad seeds or skin of fruits can some time irritate the layer Avoid carbonated drink caffeine and deep fried snacks Always use boiled water with a little fennel or coriander seed cooled to room temperature and then drink


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