Participants for Ulcerative Colitis Dietary Study
Are you or someone you know living with ulcerative colitis (UC)? Monash University is recruiting participants for a dietary study exploring new treatments.
Introduction
UC is a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the colon, often leading to pain, fatigue, and disruption to daily life. While medications play a key role in managing symptoms, growing research suggests diet may also influence disease outcomes.
That’s where this study comes in.
Led by Dr CK Yao, a Senior Research Fellow and Accredited Practising Dietitian from the Monash FODMAP research team, this study aims to assess the impact of a new dietary strategy for people living with UC.
What Makes This Study Unique?
Unlike typical studies that rely on participants to follow written dietary advice, this is a feeding trial - meaning all meals are carefully designed and prepared for you.
And that’s where We Feed You comes in.
We Feed You is proud to partner with the Monash research team to deliver meals to meet the study’s requirements. As a result, participants can stick to the trial with minimal fuss - no cooking, shopping or prep required.
“We Feed You’s expertise allows us to focus on the science. Their meals make it easier for participants to follow the diet, which means better results for everyone,” says Dr CK Yao, Monash University.
Why Join?
By participating in this study, you’ll:
Contribute to a better understanding of UC and its dietary management
- Receive free, We Feed You meals for 4 weeks
Be part of research that could shape clinical guidelines and help improve quality of life for thousands living with UC.
Who Can Participate?
The study is open to people who:
- Have been diagnosed with flaring ulcerative colitis
Meet specific health and screening criteriaLive in areas serviced by We Feed You’s meal delivery network
- Are willing to follow a provided meal plan for 4 weeks.
No cooking skills required, just a willingness to stick to the plan and help us gather important health data.
What’s Involved?
You’ll be screened to check your eligibility. If accepted, you’ll :
- The research team will collect health and diet data before, during, and after the study
This research is being led by the Monash University FODMAP Team, known globally for their gold-standard research into dietary therapies for gut conditions.
With support from We Feed You, Australia’s leading provider of ready-made meals which cater for people with dietary needs, the study ensures high-quality meals and strong participant compliance - key factors in clinical success.
Ready to Get Involved?
Go to the Monash INNOVATE study website to learn more.
About We Feed You
We Feed You is proud to support cutting-edge health research through our meal development and delivery services. Our meals cater to a wide range of dietary needs - low FODMAP, gluten free, lactose free and more. We’re committed to supporting evidence-based research to help improve the health of Australians.
