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This month's newsletter is packed with the latest science, announcements, and events, plus IBD-friendly recipes for the holidays!

• Nutritional Therapy for IBD's Year In Review 2025 
• Takeda’s Commitment to Community Health and Nutritious Food Access 
• IBD Nutrition Care Without Barriers Fundraising Campaign 
• Crohn’s and Colitis Week December 1-7th
• AIBD’s Empowering Excellence in IBD Care Conference
• Latest research on the CDED Diet, Zinc Deficiency and the Mediterranean Diet
• IBD-friendly Holiday Recipes

2025 Year in Review

In 2025, Nutritional Therapy for IBD continued to accelerate a future where nutrition is

recognized as a core component of IBD care. Thanks to your partnership, we expanded

access to credible nutrition resources, strengthened collaboration across clinical and

scientific communities, and supported more patients and families seeking clarity and

empowerment in their care. 

Our Year In Review report highlights the many contributions and progress made across different areas, including: Research, Education, Awareness, Support, Community, Advocacy, Collaborations, Foundation, and Leadership. 

Takeda’s commitment to community health is deeply rooted in their mission to create equitable access to quality health care, nutritious food, and education. Through a community-based approach, Tadeka aims to create sustainable and measurable impact for generations to come. Their ongoing corporate membership with Nutritional Therapy for IBD is an example of delivering on this mission. Read their full report to learn more about their commitment to improving access to nutritious food, which will ultimately result in better individual health outcomes, reduced health care cost and promote overall community health.

Donate Today to our IBD Nutrition Care Without Barriers Fundraising Campaign!

If you missed Giving Tuesday on December 2nd, it is not too late to make a donation to our IBD Nutrition Care Without Barriers campaign. Your gift will make a difference in the lives of those living with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.  

By donating to our campaign, you help to:

• Provide trusted, life-changing tools and resources for patients and healthcare professionals, including education, guidance, and support materials
• Contribute to live programs and community events that offer connection and empowerment for patients with IBD
• Expand our dietitian-vetted, IBD-friendly recipe database
• Advance nutrition research to uncover better treatments and turn scientific discoveries into practical, easy-to-understand information that improve health outcomes



 Please consider making a donation today and learn how your gift is helping change lives!

Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week

AIBD’s Empowering Excellence in IBD Care Conference

A Crohn’s Disease Exclusion Diet plus partial enteral nutrition could help pediatric patients who do not respond to medications

✅ CDED + oral nutrition supplements could help in pediatric patients with new-onset disease and those who experience a disease flare while on immunomodulator or biologic treatment

✅ Pediatric patients with severe Crohn’s disease could also benefit 

✅ Symptom improvement at week 4 and previous response to an all-formula diet were associated with ⬆ remission rates

Zinc deficiency linked to worse IBD outcomes

✅ Up to 45% of patients with IBD have zinc deficiency 👉 more common in Crohn’s disease, including patients with remission

✅ Zinc deficiency is linked to:

🔸⬆ C-reactive protein and fecal calprotectin

🔸⬆ rates of:

👉 surgeries

👉 hospitalizations

👉 IBD-related complications

The Mediterranean diet can be considered a first-line dietary option for IBS

✅ The Mediterranean diet is better than general healthy eating advice for improving IBS symptoms

✅ The study only followed patients for 6 weeks, so we do not know if the benefits last longer

🥗🥦🍎🍊How to navigate the new ‘Fibermaxxing’ trend if you suffer from IBD

✅ Instead of worrying about boosting your fiber intake, better focus on balance instead

✅ How to get enough fiber in IBD:

📌 Introduce fiber gradually

📌 Choose the right type of fiber for your gut

📌 Modify food texture for better tolerance

📌 Stay hydrated

✅ Work with a registered dietitian familiar with IBD

Navigating the holiday's can be challenging when you have specific dietary restrictions. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, or simply enjoying festive gatherings, our collection of traditional holiday recipes is tailored to suit your needs. From hearty classics to sweet treats, these dishes are thoughtfully crafted to be equally delicious and nutritious as well as gentle on your gut.

We are grateful for the collaboration and support of our Corporate Partners!

*Please note that Nutritional Therapy for IBD does not provide medical advice. The content provided here is for informational purposes only. Patients should always talk with their healthcare providers before changing their diet.*