Who is CDHF?
The Canadian Digestive Health Foundation (CDHF) is a registered not-for-profit and Canada’s trusted resource on digestive health.
With all of the noise on social media on digestive health, it can be challenging to separate fact from fiction. That’s why CDHF is committed to providing evidence-based, up-to-date research and collaborates with healthcare professionals such as registered dietitians and gastroenterologists to help Canadians better manage digestive conditions and live healthier lives.
Their mission is to reduce suffering and improve quality of life by providing trusted, accessible, and accurate information about digestive health and disease.
How Does CDHF Help Canadians with Digestive Health Concerns?
The Canadian Digestive Health Foundation (CDHF.ca) provides a range of free online resources (including articles, infographics, videos, animations, and more) developed in collaboration with healthcare professionals. These resources cover over 20 digestive conditions and offer guidance for those seeking preventative and proactive digestive health information.
For information on digestive conditions visit their digestive condition library.
Top conditions our visitors frequently seek include:
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
• Coeliac Disease
• Constipation
Interested in proactive approaches to digestive health? Dive into trending topics such as:
• Probiotics vs Prebiotics
• Fermented Foods
• Understanding the low FODMAP Diet
• Is my Poop Healthy/Normal?
Further, the CDHF Certified logo, My IBD Journal, and the myIBS app are programs they’ve developed to support individuals with a variety of digestive health concerns.
The CDHF Certified Logo
NCDHF Certified was created to help the public and healthcare professionals make informed choices. The CDHF Certified Symbol of Distinction is a reassurance that products bearing the symbol can be trusted to have met a standard of safety and efficacy.
CDHF Certified is an objective program supported by research. It is not influenced by brands or manufacturers. The seal confers a level of benefit to the digestive health of consumers.
For every product bearing the CDHF Certified Symbol of Distinction, CDHF reviews the body of evidence associated with the constituent of a specific product which claims to elicit a specific outcome.
Scientific evidence is gathered from independent sources and reviewed by CDHF. This evidence must emanate from authoritative scientific or regulatory bodies and consistently support the claims of the ingredient, the product, its packaging, labelling, and all related advertising in order for the product to be deemed acceptable by the CDHF Certified program to bear the CDHF Certified Symbol of Distinction. See all of CDHF’s Certified products here.
My IBD Journal
The free My IBD Journal is an online platform specifically for adolescents and young adults with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) as they move from paediatric to adult care.
This tool empowers teens to take charge of their health needs by offering an easy-to-use platform to maintain their medical history and personal experiences with IBD.
With this journal, users can continuously update their information as needed or create multiple journals, to reflect the evolution of their healthcare journey over time. Try it out today.
myIBS App
MyIBS is our FREE and simple tracking app for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). The myIBS app is an online journal where you can track your IBS symptoms, like stomach pain, bloating, food, sleep, and more, with this flexible tool helping you better navigate your IBS!
If you or a loved one is managing digestive issues, we encourage you to consult a healthcare provider for personalized care. In the meantime, explore CDHF’s resources and subscribe to their newsletter to stay updated with the latest in digestive health!
