Why No Single Food Causes IBD, and What Really Might
It’s common to assume that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is caused by something you ate. But the truth is, no single food or meal causes IBD ....

Yi Min Teo, MS, RD, CNSC, is a registered dietitian, certified nutrition support clinician, and founder of Yi Min Teo Nutrition LLC, a virtual, culturally inclusive private practice offering nutrition care for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), complex digestive disorders, ostomies, and those requiring nutrition support nationwide. With extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, Teo empowers clients to rebuild a positive, sustainable relationship with food – without sacrificing their cultural foods or identity. Teo serves on the National Scientific Advisory Committee for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation and has presented internationally on topics including nutrition support, IBD/GI nutrition, and culturally inclusive care. You can reach her at Instagram, LinkedIn and her website.
It’s common to assume that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is caused by something you ate. But the truth is, no single food or meal causes IBD ....
Have you ever felt a burning sensation rising in your chest after a big meal? More than 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experience gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) ...
If you live with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, you’ve probably noticed that food can be a double-edged sword ....