Stop smoking: Those who smoke regularly are twice as likely to develop Crohn’s disease than those who do not smoke

Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Eating smaller meals tends to be easier on digestion in people with IBD. So, instead of taking 2-3 meals a day, eat 4-6 meals throughout the day

Eat the right kind of fiber: Try sticking to soluble fibers like oatmeal, celery, etc. Avoid high-fiber foods which may make your symptoms worse

Avoid trigger foods: Avoid foods that aggravate your IBD. These may include dairy, cruciferous vegetables, broccoli, fatty foods, alcohol & caffeine

Drink plenty of liquids: Try to drink plenty of fluids daily

Start walking: Many patients with IBD report improvement of symptoms when they walk a little every day

Reduce your stress: One way to cope with stress is to regularly relax and use techniques such as yoga & meditation