Herbs & spices
Dairy & alternatives
Your best replacement for milk, although people report similar discomfort and issues as milk in large amounts. - read more
Vegetables
Relatively low-residue and generally safe even during a flare up - read more
A superfood for the gut for most people but the high fat content can be an issue for Crohn's disease - experiment with in small increments - read more
Nuts, beans and seeds
Although high in fibre, Heinz baked beans can be a safe go-to lunch meal during a flare up - read more
Carbs
A generally very safe food. Baking a potato softens the inside potato making it much easier to digest. Many dieticians recommend removing the skin though during a flare up. - read more
Fruits
One of the safest carb bases you can find - read more
Seafood
Acidity can put things out of balance, especially during a flare up and will cause discomfort to any wounding in the gut. Many people experience issues with this food. - read more
Cakes, biscuits & sweets
A go-to biscuit for Crohn's in the UK. Usually contain no milk and a great chocolate taste. - read more
Canned tomatoes can contain a high amoutn of acidity but can mostly be cooked away. Make sure to cook thoroughly. - read more
Generally safe but can cause digestion issues to some people during a flare up - read more
Safe but ensure you remove the bottom 2 cm from the stems - read more
Meats & alternatives
A very safe staple food for meat eaters. Very little fat. - read more
On it's own can be safe in small doses but can still cause upsets due to the richness - read more
On it's own can be safe in small doses but can still cause upsets due to the richness - read more
Drinks
Relatively safe breakfast options and easy to digest - read more
One of the safer vegetables you can eat. Potentially avoid the skin during flare ups - read more