Nutritional Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Nutritional monitoring and therapy are an integral component of the management of children with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Given the early age of onset, the impact of the disease can have a profound impact on nutritional status, growth, pubertal development, bone health, self-esteem, and quality of life. In the treatment of IBD in children, nutrition and growth outcomes are critical indicators of overall well-being and therapeutic …