Snack Attack: The IBD-Safe Foods We Always Carry
July 25, 2024
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We asked Bezzy IBD forum users what nibbles they keep on hand when they’re out and about.
If you live with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — whether that’s ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease — you probably have experienced times when you’ve been away from home and unable to find “safe” foods.
Often, it’s helpful to carry snacks with you in case hunger strikes and you’re surrounded by nothing but foods that trigger your symptoms.
Besides, dietitians often recommend eating small portions of food frequently throughout the day. That’s easier to accomplish if you’ve prepared some on-the-go noshes to take with you.
It’s also important to stay hydrated for optimal digestion.
We asked Bezzy IBD forum members what snacks they always carry with them. Below are some top responses. Our readers appear to be well informed, as several of their choices topped a list of best snacks for IBD. We did wonder, though, how NancyV keeps her snack from getting smooshed!
Our favorite foods
“I always have a soft granola bar on hand. Nothing with nuts or too chewy.”
— KamuiMintara
“Cheez-It peanut butter crackers”
— Stew
“Bananas”
— Sparklepoop
“No snacks, just water”
— Anne Ostermeier
“Avocado”
— NancyV
“Saltines”
— Melissa G
The takeaway
Everyone with IBD has different dietary triggers. If you can’t eat crackers — popular on this list — find other safe foods and be sure to always have some with you to avoid triggering your IBD.
Join the discussion. Visit the Bezzy IBD forum and connect with other people living with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
Medically reviewed on July 25, 2024
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