Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Ulcerative Colitis
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to determine if a special anti-inflammatory diet, based on traditional Hispanic/Latino foods, can help individuals with Ulcerative Colitis (UC) achieve disease remission. Researchers seek to discover if dietary changes can reduce inflammation and improve symptoms. Participants will either receive a catered diet or attend diet guidance sessions for up to eight weeks. This trial may suit those diagnosed with UC, who identify as Hispanic/Latino, and enjoy foods like starchy vegetables and tropical fruits. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to explore dietary changes that could enhance health.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires that you have been on stable medications for your ulcerative colitis for the past 3 months, so you should not need to stop taking your current medications.
What prior data suggests that this anti-inflammatory diet is safe for ulcerative colitis patients?
Research has shown that anti-inflammatory diets can help manage inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis by keeping symptoms under control. One study found that plant-based diets, which often reduce inflammation, are linked to a lower risk of developing these diseases.
The anti-inflammatory diet tested in this trial is based on traditional Hispanic/Latino foods. Although sources don't mention any safety concerns, these diets are generally safe and well-tolerated. They emphasize natural, whole foods, which usually pose low risk.
In summary, following an anti-inflammatory diet is typically safe and may help reduce flare-ups of ulcerative colitis.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about using a tailored anti-inflammatory diet for ulcerative colitis because it offers a non-pharmaceutical approach to managing inflammation. Unlike standard treatments, such as aminosalicylates or corticosteroids, which focus on controlling symptoms through medication, this diet aims to reduce inflammation by carefully selecting foods that naturally lower inflammatory responses in the body. Additionally, diet guidance sessions empower participants with the knowledge to make long-term lifestyle changes, potentially reducing reliance on medication and improving overall health. This approach provides a holistic alternative that could lead to sustainable management of ulcerative colitis symptoms.
What evidence suggests that this anti-inflammatory diet could be effective for ulcerative colitis?
Research has shown that an anti-inflammatory diet can help manage symptoms of inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis (UC). In one study, 65.6% of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) who followed a specific diet reported improvements in their stomach and intestines. This finding suggests that diet can play a crucial role in reducing inflammation and aiding gut healing. In this trial, participants will either receive a catered anti-inflammatory diet or participate in diet guidance sessions. The special anti-inflammatory diet under study includes traditional foods from the Hispanic/Latino diet, which may help reduce symptoms for people with UC. Although this diet is still under investigation, early results suggest it could be beneficial for managing UC.34567
Who Is on the Research Team?
Oriana Damas, MD, MSCTI
Principal Investigator
University of Miami Health System
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for Hispanic/Latino individuals with Ulcerative Colitis (UC). Participants should be interested in following a tailored anti-inflammatory diet that includes native Hispanic foods. Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, but typically include factors like age, disease severity, and willingness to adhere to the study's dietary requirements.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants follow an anti-inflammatory diet incorporating native foods of the Hispanic/Latino diet for up to 8 weeks
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Tailored Anti-Inflammatory (A-I) Diet
Trial Overview
The study tests an anti-inflammatory diet tailored for Hispanics/Latinos with UC. It involves diet guidance sessions, feedback meetings, a catered diet based on native foods, and dietary counseling to see if this can help achieve disease remission and identify biomarkers of response.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Participants will be in this arm for up to 8 weeks.
Participants will be in this arm for up to 8 weeks.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Miami
Lead Sponsor
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
Collaborator
Citations
Anti-inflammatory diet and inflammatory bowel disease
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Association between pro-inflammatory diet and ulcerative ...
The meta-analysis indicated that an inflammatory or pro-inflammatory diet did not increase the risk of UC (OR = 0.97, 95% CI = 0.84–1.12).
Association between pro-inflammatory diet and ulcerative ...
The meta-analysis indicated that an inflammatory or pro-inflammatory diet did not increase the risk of UC (OR = 0.97, 95% CI = 0.84–1.12).
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