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The Role of Nutrition
Good nutrition is essential for anyone who has a chronic disease, but it is especially important in Crohn's disease for several reasons. First, the appetite is often reduced in people with Crohn's. Second, chronic diseases tend to increase the energy or caloric needs of the body. This is particularly true during episodes of disease "flares." And third, Crohn's is associated with diarrhea and poor absorption or dietary protein, fat, carbohydrates, and water. All these symptoms rob the body of fluids, nutrients, and a wide variety of vitamins and minerals. Restoring and maintaining proper nutrition is a vital part of the medical management of Crohn's disease.
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