Health Tip: Managing Crohn's Disease

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(HealthDay News) -- Crohn's disease is a chronic condition in which the digestive tract -- usually the small intestine or colon -- becomes inflamed. The cause of Crohn's disease is unknown, but is thought to be influenced by genetics, the immune system and environmental factors.

The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America recommends a personalized diet, developed by you and your doctor. This diet should be tailored to the specifics of your condition, including which part of your digestive tract is affected. As the risk of dehydration in people with Crohn's disease is high, you should drink plenty of fluids, particularly during warm weather.

Consider keeping a food diary to track which foods seem to trigger symptoms for you. Maintaining a diet with proper portion control, balanced amounts of proteins, calories and nutrients, and including foods from each food group can help alleviate Crohn's symptoms.