Effects of a Fermented Food-Supplemented on Patients With Ulcerative Colitis
Stanford University
Summary
The purpose of this study is to see how a diet that supplements fermented foods effects inflammation and quality of life in patients with mild to moderate Ulcerative Colitis (UC). There is a paucity of research and an enormous need for better understanding of diet and intestinal inflammation. Fermented food have been shown to positively influence inflammatory cytokines and intestinal microbial diversity in healthy volunteers.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Written informed consent * Male or female subjects, ≥18 years of age * Confirmed diagnosis of UC * Symptomatic disease defined as partial Mayo Score 2 to 7 (inclusive) * Elevated fecal calprotectin Exclusion Criteria: * Women who are pregnant, nursing or expect to be pregnant * Intolerance to fermented food * Individuals with a body mass index (BMI) lower than 18 * Individuals diagnosed with a serious medical condition (unless approved in writing by a physician) * Individuals who have been severely weakened by a disease or medical procedure * Individuals with more than…
Interventions
- OtherFermented Food-supplemented Diet
Fermented foods include Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Yoghurt, Kefir and more.
- OtherRegular Diet
No change in diet.
Location
- Stanford UniversityPalo Alto, California