Nutritional therapy support for people living with Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis
In managing Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) like Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, a functional medicine approach to nutritional therapy offers a comprehensive, personalised way to support the body alongside everything else already being done.
Rather than looking at symptoms in isolation, this model looks at the whole person — the interconnected relationships between genetics, environment, lifestyle and nutrition — to help support the body’s own healing processes.
Free · No obligation · 15 minutes · Harley Street Medical Area or online
The four pillars of nutritional therapy for IBD
- 1. Identifying triggers and root causes — Each individual’s experience of IBD is unique. Through a thorough assessment — detailed medical history, lifestyle habits, and individual patterns — the aim is to understand the underlying contributors to inflammation and gut dysfunction specific to each person.
- 2. Personalised nutritional plans — Dietary plans are tailored to individual needs and responses, recognising that certain foods may exacerbate symptoms or contribute to inflammation differently from one person to the next, whether the diagnosis is Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis.
- 3. Balancing the microbiome — Restoring and maintaining a healthy gut microbiome is a key focus. Probiotics, prebiotics and dietary strategies are used to help foster a balanced microbial environment, supporting digestive health alongside everything else being done to manage inflammation.
- 4. Addressing nutrient deficiencies — Inflammation in the gut often makes nutrient absorption harder. Targeted nutritional support helps address these deficiencies, ensuring the body receives the vitamins and minerals it needs for overall wellbeing.
How nutritional therapy supports this approach
- Microbiome testing via stool analysis — advanced testing can help identify specific bacteria, yeast or parasitic involvement that may be contributing to inflammation or exacerbating symptoms, informing a more targeted nutritional plan.
- Anti-inflammatory nutrition — incorporating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds to support the body’s own processes.
- Lifestyle factors — stress management, sleep and physical activity all play a genuine role alongside diet in supporting the body through IBD.
How working with us looks
Free discovery call
A relaxed 15-minute conversation about what’s being experienced and what support could look like. No pressure, no obligation.
Initial consultation
A thorough look at health history, diet and lifestyle, followed by a tailored nutrition and lifestyle plan built entirely around the individual picture.
Ongoing support
Regular follow-up to track progress, adjust the plan, and support long-term stability.
Qualified, registered and genuinely in your corner
What our clients say
I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in 2016. Once diagnosed I went into remission for about a year. In late 2017 my symptoms came back and got worse and worse. The meds didn’t seem to be working anymore. In March 2021 doctors advised me to take an immunosuppressive drug (not great in the middle of the pandemic) and if that didn’t work the next step would be to remove my colon! My good friend recommended me to Emma and to be honest I was reluctant, as I had tried a nutritionist the previous year with no benefit to my health. However, I thought I had nothing to lose and gave it a go. I met with Emma in March 2021 and with her support and advice (plus hard work from me) as of July 2022 I no longer have signs or symptoms of ulcerative colitis or anaemia and am leading a normal life again. Thank you Emma.
*Individual results vary. Nutritional therapy supports general wellbeing. Read more client stories →
Nutritional therapy is a complementary approach that supports general health and wellbeing. It does not replace individual medical assessment. Anyone currently taking prescribed medication should continue taking it as directed, and any changes should always be made through whoever prescribed it. Individual results vary and no specific outcome can be guaranteed.
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Book a free, no-pressure 15-minute discovery call. Tell us what you’re experiencing, and we’ll explain honestly how personalised nutritional therapy support could help.
Free · No obligation · 15 minutes · Harley Street Medical Area or online