Overcome Usus Midwives With Healthy Eating Patterns And Active Lifestyles

JAKARTA - Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) requires comprehensive handling. One of the important elements in therapy is the application of a healthy and balanced diet.

Although not the only one, diet plays a central role in supporting treatment and maintaining the quality of life of patients.

According to Dr. dr. Hasan Maulaheela, Sp.PD-KGEH, Internal Medicine Specialist for Gastroenterohepatology Consultants from Cipto Mangunkusumo Kencana Hospital, a healthy diet is not only important for IBD sufferers, but also a necessity for everyone to keep the digestive system optimal.

"During a healthy diet is an important part of handling IBD, even if it doesn't stand alone. Even for healthy people, this diet must still be maintained to prevent health problems," said dr. Hasan in an online discussion.

IBD is a disorder in the digestive tract that causes prolonged inflammation of the intestines. This condition can be influenced by various things, including the consumption of high-fat foods or the 'western food' style that is increasingly commonly consumed from a young age. This lifestyle can increase the risk of inflammation of the intestines.

However, food is not the only cause. Genetic and psychological factors, such as stress and anxiety, also play a role in triggering IBD, or even causing other digestive disorders such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

In practice, IBD patients are advised to reduce food intake which contains gluten. Even so, according to dr. Hasan, this approach does not have to be extreme.

"We don't immediately recommend a complete gluten-free diet, because it can be difficult to do. The important thing is to reduce gluten consumption gradually and as needed, except for celiac sufferers who have to be completely gluten free," he explained.

In addition to improving eating patterns, dr. Hasan also emphasized the importance of physical activity in supporting the patient's immune system. Regular light exercise can help the body be stronger in dealing with infections and other diseases.

To prevent and manage IBD better, dr. Hasan invites the public to be more concerned about digestive health from an early age.

Consumption of healthy food, exercise, and monitoring of symptoms is part of preventive measures that can be taken by anyone.

"IBD is indeed a chronic disease that can recur, but that does not mean it cannot be controlled. With proper therapy and support for a healthy lifestyle, patients can live a normal life. Don't hesitate to seek medical assistance so that treatment can be maximized," he concluded.