subject: Day 131- Colitis Diet Symptoms Disease IBS Crohns Treatment [print this page] A Raw Food Diet to Cure IBS, Colitis and Crohn's Disease
A real and present danger for sufferers of chronic illness, including IBS, Colitis and Crohn's Disease, is food poisoning. Food poisoning comes into play for those who want to use a raw food diet to control or cure their Crohn's. Raw food consumption means the consumer gets needed nutrients and vitamins directly from their food. However, when food is eaten raw, many times live bacteria is also present and this is where the food poisoning may originate. Live bacteria can get into the gastrointestinal tract as well as other organs and cause severe damage to the body.
Yet, while hurtful, food poisoning is rarely fatal. However, it can compromise an already compromised immune system. To be honest, it is next to impossible to keep bacteria out of live food, but there are ways to control the situation. The number one rule is to keep everything clean, including utensils, counter tops, hands, pots, pans, preparation surfaces, etc. It is important to keep your storage containers clean, too. Next rule, you never want to eat any food that is older than 3 days. Proper storage keeps parasites, air and mold from forming on your food. Third rule, always inspect your produce before you buy it, before you prepare it and before you eat it.
When bacteria is present toxins form. It is the toxin that actually makes you sick, sometimes causing pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. Some of the more infamous toxins are salmonella, found in eggs and chicken, listeria, found in cheese and pate spreads, and e-coli, which is found in red meat. In fact, if you have decided to keep meat in your raw food diet, then you will need to take special care with your cutting boards and preparation utensils. E-coli thrives on surfaces. Many raw food consumers use different utensils for meat and produce to prevent cross contamination. Always, always, wash your hands. Follow these simple rules and you will find relief of your IBS, Colitis and Crohn's Disease symptoms.
Day 131- Colitis Diet Symptoms Disease IBS Crohns Treatment
