Gastroenterology September 2021 PMID 34052278

A Randomized Trial Comparing the Specific Carbohydrate Diet to a Mediterranean Diet in Adults With Crohn's Disease.

James D Lewis, Robert S Sandler, Carol Brotherton, Colleen Brensinger, Hongzhe Li, Michael D Kappelman, Scott G Daniel, Kyle Bittinger, Lindsey Albenberg, John F Valentine, John S Hanson, David L Suskind, Andrea Meyer, Charlene W Compher, Meenakshi Bewtra

Mentions

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Peak: 10 in Sep 2021
across 3 sources since May 2021

Extended reach

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Total likes

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Video views

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May 2021 – Sep 2024

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Most social discussions focus on the comparable effectiveness of the SCD and Mediterranean diets, with comments like 'both diets result in similar remission rates,' reflecting acknowledgment of the study’s findings. The tone is analytical yet attentive to practical considerations, such as dietary adherence, with phrases like 'incredibly restrictive' and 'ease of adherence,' showing concerns about real-world application and potential impact on clinical recommendations.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the study's findings that the SCD and Mediterranean diet are similarly effective, with some highlighting that the Mediterranean diet's ease of adherence makes it preferable.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions demonstrate high interest, with many posts referencing research, diet comparisons, and clinical implications, indicating active engagement with the topic.

EngagementHigh engagement

Posts not only mention the study but also discuss dietary strategies, potential clinical applications, and ongoing debates about IBD management, showing deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions seem to influence opinions on dietary approaches for Crohn's disease, with some suggesting these findings should inform treatment choices, though some remain cautious, indicating moderate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • This study compares the effectiveness of the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) and the Mediterranean diet (MD) in treating mild to moderate Crohn's disease (CD) symptoms over a 12-week period.
  • After analyzing data from 191 participants, results showed no significant difference in symptomatic remission between the SCD (46.5%) and MD (43.5%). Both diets resulted in similarly low rates of improvements in fecal calprotectin and C-reactive protein levels.
  • The findings suggest that the Mediterranean diet may be a better option for patients with mild to moderate CD due to its ease of adherence and additional health benefits, as it was not inferior to the Specific Carbohydrate Diet.

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Dr Alan Desmond
@DrAlanDesmond · X

Healthy dietary change achieves symptomatic remission in almost half of patients with Crohn’s disease. Shouldn’t this be our first choice of medical therapy? https://t.co/9l10G3OQ01

Nov 23, 2021 · 20 likes · 4 shares · 9,012 followers View post →
#MondayNightIBD
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@DCharabaty @almaldonxx @UMMSNutrition

Aug 2, 2021 · 15 likes · 7 shares · 9,759 followers View post →
Amany Zekry
@AmanyZekry · X

A Randomized Trial Comparing the Specific Carbohydrate Diet to a Mediterranean Diet in Adults With Crohn’s Disease - Gastroenterology https://t.co/poYl3BErCu

Sep 19, 2021 · 11 likes · 6 shares · 237 followers View post →
Nutritional Therapy for IBD
@NTforIBD · X

Fatigue is common in patients with #Crohnsdisease and #UlcerativeColitis. Dietary therapy with either SCD or MED significantly improved fatigue. Both are great options for patients with #IBD. @JamesLewisGIEpi, @kimbralyRD, @LinnyAlb https://t.co/PkxWv2cgi9

Dec 5, 2021 · 8 likes · 1 share · 1,842 followers View post →
Robert Battat MD
@BattatMD4IBD · X

@IBDmedicaldoc @DCharabaty @ShimaghavimiMD @aysha_h_alani @MondayNightIBD @abbvie @JanssenUS @TakedaPharma @PeyrinBiroulet @Gut_BMJ @jensemineriomd @KDeFelice_IBD @DrHarryThomas @IBD_Sir @marc_cram @NabilQuraishi @QariYousef @nahlaassam5 @sang_hyoung @IBDGastroDocSg @gastrodr_nh As there is equivalence of PEN to EEN, when i opt for #enteralnutrition, i use pen+either cded or #Mediterraneandiet . I think best adherence would be PEN and med diet, and some data support each individually, and diet/PEN together https://t.co/70PDxqIUlP https://t.co/Zv9hOUArhq

May 3, 2022 · 8 likes · 1,086 followers View post →
Kate Scarlata, MPH, RDN
@KateScarlata_RD · X

A3: Med diet compared to SCD in Crohn’s disease induced symptomatic remission at similar rates (SCD, 46.5%; MD, 43.5%; P = .77) and likely offers other health benefits. #DDHChat https://t.co/9KCOSiqsMc

Sep 14, 2021 · 5 likes · 1 share · 12,455 followers View post →

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Compounding.
@C_ompounding · X

@NTforIBD But the specific carbohydrate diet appears to be as effective as the Mediterranean diet for symptoms and inflammation in IBD. However, the Mediterranean diet does include whole grains. That's what's confusing me. https://t.co/k0lj996cO2

Sep 24, 2024 · 11,039 followers View post →
Dr Mark Silverberg
@guthealthmd · X

@openmind1929 @DrTineJess Actually over 200 research articles published looking at it including this one. Not being ignored at all. A Randomized Trial Comparing the Specific Carbohydrate Diet to a Medit... https://t.co/PAIWz5NHv1

Mar 7, 2024 · 6,785 followers View post →
NutriAle_Coach
@NutriAle_Coach · X

RT @SANCYDnutricion: Ensayo aleatorizado que compara la dieta específica de carbohidratos con una dieta mediterránea en adultos con enferme…

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SANCYD
@SANCYDnutricion · X

Ensayo aleatorizado que compara la dieta específica de carbohidratos con una dieta mediterránea en adultos con enfermedad de Crohn A Randomized Trial Comparing the Specific Carbohydrate Diet to a Mediterranean Diet in Adults With Crohn’s Disease https://t.co/GFsR4VPbxO

Oct 16, 2023 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 3,013 followers View post →
Devin
@devin_ibd · X

@openmind1929 @charlie_lees Probably because we don't have the data to support it and it's incredibly restrictive. In his recent talk "Is Diet the Cause of IBD" Dr. Lees indicated he'd recommend Mediterranean diet if anything at all. https://t.co/ySvdVeKeff

Aug 31, 2023 · 17 followers View post →
Giorgio Pitzalis MD. PdD. Roma 06809641
@GiorgioPitzalis · X

A Randomized Trial Comparing the Specific Carbohydrate Diet to a Mediterranean Diet in Adults With Crohn's Disease https://t.co/QLcvad1c07

Mar 1, 2023 · 638 followers View post →
Dr Alan Desmond
@DrAlanDesmond · X

@JulieMa71376511 I don’t agree with all aspects of the SCD but, both it and a healthy Mediterranean diet may achieve clinical remission in more than 40% of patients with Crohn’s disease. The common thread: an overall increase in the healthfulness of one’s diet. https://t.co/9l10G3OQ01

May 23, 2022 · 2 likes · 9,012 followers View post →
Robert Battat MD
@BattatMD4IBD · X

@IBDmedicaldoc @DCharabaty @ShimaghavimiMD @aysha_h_alani @MondayNightIBD @abbvie @JanssenUS @TakedaPharma @PeyrinBiroulet @Gut_BMJ @jensemineriomd @KDeFelice_IBD @DrHarryThomas @IBD_Sir @marc_cram @NabilQuraishi @QariYousef @nahlaassam5 @sang_hyoung @IBDGastroDocSg @gastrodr_nh As there is equivalence of PEN to EEN, when i opt for #enteralnutrition, i use pen+either cded or #Mediterraneandiet . I think best adherence would be PEN and med diet, and some data support each individually, and diet/PEN together https://t.co/70PDxqIUlP https://t.co/Zv9hOUArhq

May 3, 2022 · 8 likes · 1,086 followers View post →
Stella S.
@stellasevp · X

RT @NTforIBD: Fatigue is common in patients with #Crohnsdisease and #UlcerativeColitis. Dietary therapy with either SCD or MED significantl…

Dec 5, 2021 · 1 share · 33 followers View post →
Nutritional Therapy for IBD
@NTforIBD · X

Fatigue is common in patients with #Crohnsdisease and #UlcerativeColitis. Dietary therapy with either SCD or MED significantly improved fatigue. Both are great options for patients with #IBD. @JamesLewisGIEpi, @kimbralyRD, @LinnyAlb https://t.co/PkxWv2cgi9

Dec 5, 2021 · 8 likes · 1 share · 1,842 followers View post →
calina
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Dr Sam Moxon
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Nov 23, 2021 · 4 shares · 437 followers View post →
Dr Alan Desmond
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Healthy dietary change achieves symptomatic remission in almost half of patients with Crohn’s disease. Shouldn’t this be our first choice of medical therapy? https://t.co/9l10G3OQ01

Nov 23, 2021 · 20 likes · 4 shares · 9,012 followers View post →
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Diego Ledro-Cano, MD, PhD, FEBGH.
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Bruno Ramos-Molina, PhD
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A Randomized Trial Comparing the Specific Carbohydrate Diet to a Mediterranean Diet in Adults With Crohn’s Disease - Gastroenterology https://t.co/poYl3BErCu

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@KateScarlata_RD · X

A3: Med diet compared to SCD in Crohn’s disease induced symptomatic remission at similar rates (SCD, 46.5%; MD, 43.5%; P = .77) and likely offers other health benefits. #DDHChat https://t.co/9KCOSiqsMc

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