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Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that can affect any part of your gastrointestinal tract. There are no approved mainstream cures for this condition, but it can go into remission. During remission, a person living with Crohn’s disease may experience very few to no symptoms at all.
Experts still do not fully understand what causes Crohn’s disease. However, studies suggest that eating certain foods can cause flare-ups. During a flare-up, a person could experience abdominal pain and diarrhea.
So if you have Crohn’s disease, snacking can definitely be a challenge most days. Luckily for you, there are plenty of GI-friendly snack options out there, such as smoothies, energy bites and vegetable roll-ups.
If you’re looking for a simple midday snack that won’t trigger a flare-up, look no further than the recipes listed below:
Smoothies are great for when you want to increase your intake of fruits and vegetables but don’t feel like chewing them. This recipe calls for just a banana and organic peanut butter, but you can also use other fruits or add yogurt instead of peanut butter.
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Guacamole is rich in anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants, thanks to its primary ingredients: avocado and tomato. You can serve these guac cups as a dip for tortilla chips and raw veggie sticks or spread it on your toast for breakfast.
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There are few things as comforting as a hot bowl of soup. You can use whichever vegetables you prefer for this recipe. You can also add some beans, lentils or even shredded chicken for a bit of protein.
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Pop one of these no-bake energy bites in your mouth if you need a midday pick-me-up. Made with rolled oats, flaxseeds and mixed nuts, these energy bites are incredibly filling. They make for a tasty treat, too.
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If you’ve got a bit of time on your hands, try making some of these veggie roll-ups. You’ll get fiber from colorful, crunchy veggies and gut-friendly probiotics from yogurt all rolled up into a neat little snack.
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If you have Crohn’s disease, try these incredibly tasty snack ideas without having to worry about a possible flare-up. Or, if you’re really pressed for time, grab-and-go snacks like a hard-boiled egg, a piece of fruit, mixed nuts or low-fat yogurt should suffice.
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