Recipes for Kids with Cystic Fibrosis

For people with CF, nutritional needs are determined by the severity of their disease, their activity level, and their degree of malabsorption. People with CF usually need about 1 to 2 times as many calories as those without CF.

People with cystic fibrosis have unique nutritional needs. Since they require more calories, many healthcare professionals recommend heavier, calorie-dense foods such as proteins and dairy, but this doesn't necessarily mean a CF diet is an unhealthy or unbalanced diet. Kids living with cystic fibrosis need to consider much more than their chronic condition when choosing the best foods to eat. Energy levels are compromised, so nutrition decisions must be made with a lot of thought and care.

Many recipes can be made CF-friendly, especially for kids. Read on to learn more.

The following 5 recipes developed by KidsHealth were designed specifically for kids with CF who have specific needs, to help keep them healthy and energized.