What is meant by a colitis diet?

A colitis diet is a diet for someone who suffers from colitis. Colitis is when the colon's inner lining becomes red, swollen and inflamed. This condition is painful. Avoiding foods such as alcohol, caffeine, Carbonated Beverages, dried fruits and vegetables, foods high in fiber, hot sauce, refined sugar, nuts and meats will help control colitis and reduce the symptoms, giving one greater comfort.