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Manage Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis with personalized, one-on-one IBD nutrition support from Health Loft. Get help navigating flares, improving nutrient absorption, and building meals that feel safer and more predictable. Choose virtual or in-clinic sessions covered by insurance, with most clients paying $0 out of pocket.

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IBD is a complex inflammatory condition that can impact digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall quality of life. An experienced IBD dietitian or inflammatory bowel disease nutritionist helps you plan for flare vs. remission, manage symptoms (diarrhea, pain, bloating), prevent or address malnutrition, and maintain a healthy weight and muscle mass.
During a flare, an IBD nutritionist can build a short-term plan that reduces digestive workload while still supporting hydration, calories, and key nutrients. They’ll help you identify better-tolerated foods and may recommend specialized oral/enteral formulas when appropriate, coordinating with your gastroenterologist for a safe, aligned approach.
Yes. An IBD dietitian will create high-calorie, gut-tolerant meal strategies, suggest supplemental nutrition when appropriate, and track progress with you so you can rebuild strength while minimizing symptoms.
Not necessarily. Food tolerance varies among people with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, and broad dietary restrictions are not always needed. During a flare, certain temporary adjustments may make eating more comfortable, while periods of remission may allow a wider variety of foods. Your dietitian can help identify individual food tolerances, avoid unnecessary restrictions, and maintain adequate nutrition throughout different stages of IBD.
When choosing the right nutritionist or dietitian, credentials aren't the only factor to consider. Your chosen health expert will play a key role in your pursuit of wellness, so it's important to find someone who truly understands your personal journey. Let Health Loft simplify this process by connecting you to an IBD nutritionist who aligns with your health aspirations and can make a meaningful impact on your well-being.
Expect our dietitians to dedicate your first session to getting to know you. Since the goal is to gain a holistic view of your nutritional needs, they will gather as much information as possible about your current eating habits, lifestyle, and specific health concerns. Based on their findings, they will create a personalized nutrition plan tailored to support you in achieving your desired outcomes.
Nutrition is a journey that should not be rushed, but rest assured that we're with you every step of the way. Our health experts help you stay on course through regular check-ins, recommendations, and progress monitoring. Adjustments can also be made to your nutrition plan as your health goals and needs change.

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Find a nutritionistWith Health Loft, you can find an online registered dietitian experienced in IBD (including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis) who will review your symptoms, medical history, and test results (labs, imaging, or notes from your gastroenterologist). Your provider will design a personalized nutrition plan, for example, flare management strategies (low-residue/low-fiber guidance when needed), calorie and protein optimization, vitamin/mineral support, enteral nutrition planning if required, and long-term maintenance plans, and coordinate with your medical team for safe, integrated care.
Yes, you can choose to meet with the same IBD dietitian for ongoing support. Continuity helps your dietitian track symptoms, monitor weight and labs, and adjust your plan between flares and remission. If you need a different style of care, switching providers is simple.
At Health Loft, you can filter by location and specialty, and connect with a registered dietitian who focuses on IBD care and understands your unique goals. If you’re looking specifically for an IBD nutritionist near me, filtering by state and specialty makes it easy to find the right fit.
Finding an IBD dietitian is easier with Health Loft’s online directory. Search by location and specialty to connect with nutrition professionals experienced in Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and digestive health. Our virtual appointments make it convenient to receive personalized nutrition counseling from home.
During your initial consultation, your dietitian will ask a lot of questions and gather a lot of information. This is so that your dietitian can get to know you, your story, and learn what your long-term nutritional goals are. From there, you will work together to create a plan to help you achieve your goals in a healthy and sustainable manner.
Yes, you can use your health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA). We also offer payment plans and discounts for packaged services.
Dietitians and nutritionists from Health Loft are in-network with major insurers like Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna, and many more. In fact, 95% of Health Loft patients pay $0 out of pocket when using insurance.
Browse the directory, select providers who treat IBD, and contact us so our team can verify your coverage and expected out-of-pocket costs.
Yes, Health Loft provides fully virtual appointments with dietitians who treat IBD. Virtual care makes it easy to connect with specialized nutrition support from anywhere, and many visits are covered by insurance.