Crohn's Disease

[crickadoodle]

Does anyway know of things that help this?  A friend was just diagnosed with this.  We are praying for a miracle foremost, but I know lots of people have lots of wisdom about different things on these boards.  Is anyone doing LDL who has this disease?  Does it help at all? 

[CodingQueen]

crickadoodle,

What specific things would you like to know about the disease? There is a lot of information that I could post but it's definitely a lot. If I know exactly what you're looking for maybe I can help you understand it much better.

But there is no known cure.

CQ

[crickadoodle]

Well, are there things he can do to help his symptoms?  Like, are there things to eat or supplements or something??  I think I've understood in the past that there is no cure for it yet.  Is that right? 

[CodingQueen]

Crickadoodle, make sure he speaks to his physician about the following before taking this advice. And, yes, you are correct. There is no known cure.

The foods that trigger symptoms differ for each person with Crohn's disease. Many people with Crohn's disease find that the foods on the following list aggravate symptoms during disease flares. So it's likely that at least some of these listed foods will trigger his symptoms:

alcohol (mixed drinks, beer, wine)
butter, mayonnaise, margarine, oils
carbonated beverages
coffee, tea, chocolate
corn husks
dairy products (if lactose intolerant)
fatty foods (fried foods)
foods high in fiber
gas-producing foods (lentils, beans, legumes, cabbage, broccoli, onions)
nuts and seeds (peanut butter, other nut butters)
raw fruits
raw vegetables
red meat and pork
spicy foods
whole grains and bran

He needs to be on a high protein/calorie diet. Crohn's is an inflammation of the bowel and causes the body not to be able to absorb nutrients the way it should, therefore, causing malnutrition. Also, taking 3,000 mg of omega-3 a day has proven to help the inflammation.

CQ

[crickadoodle]

Wow, that list of food to avoid leaves very little to eat that I can think of.  I guess you just have to eat cooked vegetables, chicken and fish, not much else.  Hopefully, he'll find out which things trigger his and not all will do this to him.  Thank you for the information.  I've known several people that have this and knowing this really makes me feel for them. 

[bamaluvr]

Crickadoodle, I have no info to offer but I will send up prayers for your friend.

[crickadoodle]

Thank you so much.  My husband and I stood at the altar today in prayer for him.  I know God can heal and we are praying for this miracle to happen for him.  He has overcome so many addictions in the past and is such a testimony of God's grace.  He is an awesome worship leader and has really been a blessing. 

[CodingQueen]

crickadoodle,

I'm a firm believer in God. If it's His will then your friend will be healed.

I, too, will say a prayer for him.

CQ

[crickadoodle]

Thanks so much.