Hydration strategy Reduced food intake means reduced water intake from food sources (food provides roughly 20% of your daily water)
Seek emergency care immediately for signs of allergic reaction, severe abdominal pain with fever, or inability to keep fluids down for more than 6 hours
Interestingly, a retrospective analysis of 202 UC patients showed that higher BMI was inversely related to disease severity and IBD extent (88)
Signs you need medical attention Get medical help right away if you have: Severe stomach pain that might spread to your back (possible pancreatitis) Neck lumps or swelling, hoarse voice, trouble swallowing (possible thyroid tumors) Severe allergic reaction signs, including rash, swelling, and breathing problems Low blood sugar symptoms: dizziness, confusion, sweating, shakiness Gallbladder problems: severe stomach pain, fever, yellow skin/eyes Changes in vision or kidney problems Wrong doses can lead to severe side effects that may need hospital care
Look for varieties with 15 grams of protein or more per serving with less than 5 grams of added sugar