For managing left-sided colitis, which is a type of ulcerative colitis (UC), certain dietary plans and supplements can potentially support gut health and help manage inflammation.

Diet Recommendations

1. Mediterranean Diet: This diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and healthy fats, particularly from olive oil, and has shown promising results in the treatment of UC due to its anti-inflammatory properties¹².

2. UC Exclusion Diet (UCED): Although newer and still under research, the UCED may also offer benefits by reducing specific dietary triggers¹.

Supplement Recommendations

1. Probiotics: Though your current probiotic may not show results, trying different strains of probiotics might be beneficial. They can help maintain a healthy gut microbiome, which is crucial in managing colitis¹².

2. Omega-3 Fatty Acids: These have anti-inflammatory effects and may help in reducing the inflammation associated with UC²¹.

3. Butyrate: A short-chain fatty acid that strengthens the gut barrier and can have anti-inflammatory effects².

4. Phosphatidylcholine: This can help enhance the mucosal barrier of the intestines².

Please consult with a healthcare professional before making any significant changes to your diet or starting new supplements to ensure they are appropriate for your specific condition and health status.

Footnotes

1. Marcelina Radziszewska, "Nutrition and Supplementation in Ulcerative Colitis," NCBI, 2022. ↩ ↩² ↩³ ↩⁴

2. Aysha Karim Kiani, "Dietary supplements for intestinal inflammation," NCBI, 2022. ↩ ↩² ↩³ ↩⁴ ↩⁵