5 Things All RDs Should Know Regarding Ileostomies and Nutrition Posted on December 6, 2017 | by Functional Developer | Leave a Comment on 5 Things All RDs Should Know Regarding Ileostomies and Nutrition Ileostomies are quite common in both short and long-term care. They are performed for a wide variety of reasons, but they often present very similar challenges to the overall health of the patient. Due to their impact on nutrient availability and the functional capacity of the GI as a whole, many patients experience high levels of gut wall-derived inflammation, hyperglycemia, dysbiosis, and micronutrient deficiencies. Continue reading →