Nourishing Life with Scleroderma: Nutrition Management | Amanda Larrea & Susannah Baldock

In this informative patient education session from the Scleroderma Foundation of Greater Chicago, registered dietitians Amanda Larrea, MPA, RDN, LDN and Susannah Baldock, MS, MPH, RDN, LDN explore nutrition strategies to manage GI symptoms in scleroderma, prevent malnutrition, and improve quality of life through diet modifications, symptom management, and professional dietitian care. Scleroderma can present various issues that affect the GI tract, making nutrition a critical component of overall disease management. This presentation offers invaluable insights into the role of nutrition in managing scleroderma, providing a unique opportunity to optimize your dietary choices and improve scleroderma symptoms. Take charge of your health by learning how thoughtful nutrition can help you navigate the challenges of chronic illness. The speakers discuss practical approaches to common gastrointestinal problems, including reflux, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and delayed gastric emptying. Key topics covered in this presentation: The connection between nutrition and scleroderma GI symptoms Diet modifications to manage common digestive issues Strategies to prevent malnutrition in chronic illness When and how to seek professional dietitian care Practical tips for daily symptom management through food choices About the Speakers: Amanda Larrea, MPA, RDN, LDN graduated from Benedictine University with a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. Her nutrition philosophy is that all foods fit. She believes food does more than just give us energy - it heals, it can help reduce or prevent chronic diseases, and it can bring people together. Understanding the unique nutritional needs and challenges that patients face allows her to work closely with them to create a personalized nutrition plan with evidence-based recommendations to support their treatment and overall health. Susannah Baldock, MS, MPH, RDN, LDN is a Registered Dietitian and owner of The Roving Dietitian, LLC. With over 15 years of experience, she brings a unique dual perspective to nutrition for scleroderma because she currently thrives while living with limited systemic scleroderma, Sjogren's disease, other autoimmune diseases, and several chronic conditions. Her personal experience with chronic illness informs her compassionate, practical approach to nutrition counseling. To view a copy of the presentation slides and move at your own pace, check out the slides at: https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/... Presented by the Scleroderma Foundation of Greater Chicago. Subscribe for more patient education content on scleroderma management. Keywords: Nutrition, Scleroderma, GI, Gastrointestinal, Chronic Illness, Scleroderma Nutrition, Digestive Symptoms, Malnutrition Prevention, Diet Modifications, Autoimmune Disease Nutrition