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What is Ulcerative Colitis?

Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that results in chronic inflammation in digestivetract, usually in the large intestine (colon) and the rectum.

Symptoms of ulcerative colitis may include:

y A bdominal painy B loody diarrheay R ectal bleedingy F eeling of urgencyy I nability to have a bowel movement despite the urge to do soy A bdominal cramping and painy W eight loss

Symptoms may also occur outside the gut and include joint pain, eye inflammation, skin rashesand lesions, and mouth ulcers.

Natural Remedies for Ulcerative Colitis

There is no known cure for ulcerative colitis. A lternative therapies are popular among people withulcerative colitis, however, they should complement, not replace, conventional care. Here are ninenatural remedies that are used for ulcerative colitis.

1) Probiotics

Probiotics, "friendly" bacteria that reside in the gut, have been found to be effective in managingulcerative colitis. They help control the number of potentially harmful bacteria, reduceinflammation, and improve the protective mucus lining of the gut.

Probiotics are among the more popular remedies for inflammatory bowel disease because they arewithout significant side effects and appear to be safe.

y A University of A lberta study examined 34 people with mild-to-moderate active ulcerative colitiswho were unresponsive to conventional treatment. The researchers gave them a probioticsupplement called VSL#3, which provided a total of 3,600 billion bacteria a day for 6 weeks. A tthe end of the study, 18 people (53 percent) demonstrated remission on sigmoidoscopy and afurther 8 people (24 percent) had a favorable response.

y R esearchers at the University of Dundee analyzed bacteria from rectal biopsies of patients withactive ulcerative colitis and healthy control subjects. There were significantly lessbifidobacterium numbers in the ulcerative colitis biopsies, which suggested that these probioticbacteria might have a protective role in the disease. I n a further study, 18 people with activeulcerative colitis were given a bifidobacterium supplement or a placebo for one month.Sigmoidoscopy, biopsy, and blood tests showed significant improvement in the probiotic groupcompared with the placebo group.

y A n I talian study examined the probiotic yeast Saccharomyces boulardii, which was previouslyfound to be beneficial in the maintenance of the other inflammmatory bowel disease, Crohn'sdisease. R esearchers gave 25 patients with a mild-to-moderate flare-up of ulcerative colitis asupplement containing 250 milligrams of Saccharomyces boulardii three times a day for 4weeks during maintenance treatment with the drug mesalazine (these patients were unsuitablefor steroid therapy). Of the 24 patients who completed the study, 17 had clinical remission,which was confirmed by endoscopic exam.

2 ) Omega-3 Fatty Acids

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Some studies have found that omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish oil capsules, may reduceinflammation in people with ulcerative colitis.

y A critcal analysis published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition looked at controlledtrials published from 1966 to 2003. A lthough the researchers concluded that more evidence isneeded about the efficacy of omega-3 fatty acids, three studies found that omega-3 fatty acidsreduced corticosteroid requirements (statistical significance was shown in one of these studies.

y A nother study looked at the influence of fish oil and an elemental diet on the intestinal tissuesof ulcerative colitis, Crohn's, and control patients and found the most marked anti-inflammatoryeffect in ulcerative colitis tissues.

y R esearch conducted at the Cleveland Clinic looked at an oral supplement containing fish oil,soluble fiber, and antioxidants (vitamin E, C and selenium) on disease activity and medicationuse in adults with mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis. I n the study, 86 patients with ulcerativecolitis consumed 18 ounces of the supplement or a placebo each day for 6 months. Patientstaking the oral supplement had a significantly greater rate of decreasing their dose of prednisone over 6 months compared with the placebo group. B oth groups showed significantand similar improvement in clinical and histological responses.

More research on omega-3 fatty acids is needed, especially at differing doses, because not allstudies have found a positive effect.

3) Oral Aloe Vera Gel

A loe vera gel has been found in studies to have an anti-inflammatory effect.

A double-blind, randomized trial examined the effectiveness and safety of aloe vera gel for thetreatment of mild-to-moderate active ulcerative colitis. R esearchers gave 30 patients 100 millilitersof oral aloe vera gel and 14 patients 100 milliliters of a placebo twice daily for 4 weeks.

Clinical remission, improvement and response occurred in nine (30 percent), 11 (37 percent) and14 (47 percent) respectively, of aloe vera patients compared with one (7 percent), one (7 percent)and two (14 percent), respectively of patients taking the placebo. I t appeared to be safe.

4) Boswellia

1. B oswellia is a herb that comes from a tree native to I ndia. The active ingredient is theresin from the tree bark, which has been found to block chemical reactions involved ininflammation. I t is used by people with ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and otherinflammatory conditions. Unlike anti-inflammatory medication, boswellia doesn't seem tocause gut irritation that can occur with many conventional pain relievers.

A 1997 study of people with ulcerative colitis found that 82 percent of those who took aboswellia extract 350 milligrams three times daily experienced remission. R are side effectsof bowellia include diarrhea, nausea, and skin rash.

B oswellia is available in pill form. I t should say on the label that it is standardized tocontain 60 percent boswellic acids. I t should not be taken for more than 8 to 12 weeksunless under the supervision of a qualified health practitioner.

5) Diet

A Japanese study evaluated the role of dietary factors on inflammatory bowel disease. I ncluded inthe study were 111 people with ulcerative colitis who were given food questionnaires.

The survey found a higher consumption of sweets was positively associated with ulcerative colitis

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risk. Vitamin C was found to have a protective effect. A higher intake was associated with a lowerrisk of ulcerative colitis. Examples of foods rich in vitamin C are red bell peppers, parsley,strawberries, and spinach.

A study in the journal Gut monitored ulcerative colitis patients in remission for one year using foodquestionnaires. Consumption of meat, particularly red and processed meat, protein, and alcoholincreased the likelihood of relapse. R esearchers speculate that the high sulphur or sulphatecompounds in many of these foods is the culprit, since high sulfur or sulphate intakes were alsoassociated with relapse.

Carbohydrates may be a culprit for some people. The Specific Carbohydrate Diet was popularizedby Elaine Gottschall after she used it to help her daughter recover from ulcerative colitis.

Gottschall later wrote a book called B reaking the Vicious Cycle . The premise of the book is thatcarbohydrates, being forms of sugar, could promote and fuel the growth of bacteria and yeast inthe intestines, causing an imbalance and eventual overgrowth of bacteria and yeast. The bacteriaand yeast produce toxins and acids which injure the intestine lining and they also impair thefunction of digestive enzymes, which impairs the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates. F ormore information about the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, read the Specific Carbohydrate Diet F actSheet .

6) Folic Acid

People with chronic ulcerative colitis are at greater risk of colon cancer. A University of Torontostudy found that dietary folate supplementation at four times the basic dietary requirementsignificantly suppressed ulcerative colitis-associated colon cancer. The incidence of high gradelesions in the folate-supplemented group was 46 percent lower than that in the control group.

7) Acupuncture

A ccording to traditional Chinese medicine, pain results from blocked energy along energypathways of the body, which are unblocked when acupuncture needles are inserted along theseinvisible pathways.

A scientific explanation is that acupuncture releases natural pain-relieving opioids, sends signalsthat calm the sympathetic nervous system, and releases neurochemical s and hormones.

A n acupuncture treatment generally costs between $60 and $120. A cupuncture is tax-deductible(it's considered a medical expense) and some insurance plans pay for acupuncture. I f you want to try acupuncture, plan on going one to three times a week for several weeks initially.

y F ind an acupuncturist y More about acupuncture

8 ) Bromelain

B romelain, a mixture of protein-digesting enzymes derived from pineapple stem, is believed toreduce inflammation. A Duke University animal study found that daily treatment with oralbromelain decreased the incidence and severity of colitis. F or more information about bromelain,read the B romelain F act Sheet .

9) Mind-Body Therapies

A lthough stress is no longer believed to be the main cause of ulcerative colitis, chronic stress canworsen symptoms, decrease coping, and increasing the chance of remission of the disease.

A small study at the University Clinic of Essen in Germany investigated the effects of mind-body

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therapy on thirty paients with ulcerative colitis in remission. Patients were randomly assigned toan intervention group consisting of a structured 6 hour a week training program for 10 weeks thatincluded stress management training, moderate exercise, Mediterranean diet, behavioraltechniques and self-care strategies or a usual care waiting control group. The study showedimprovement in quality of life assessed by standardized questionnaires. However, there were nodifferences on clinical or physiological parameters.

B reathing techniques that make use of the mind-body connection have been found to reduce pain.These techniques integrate body awareness, breathing, movement, and meditation. W hat's greatabout breathing techniques is that you can do them yourself at home at no cost. Here are somemind-body therapies to try:

y Diaphragmatic B reathing y R elaxation R esponse y Mindfulness Meditation

Other Natural Remedies

y Exercisey Calendulay

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laxseedy Marshmallow y Slippery Elmy F enugreeky Devil's Claw y Ginkgo biloba

These are just some of the natural remedies that are showing promise for ulcerative colitis. A llremedies should be used with caution and under the guidance of a qualifi ed practitioner.

There are serious consequences to untreated ulcerative colitis, so it is important not to shuncomplementary therapies but instead to take a complementary approach.

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Recommended Diet for Ulcerative ColitisPatients

A voided Diet for Ulcerative Colitis Patients

Curd, Butter Milk, Cottage Cheese, SoyaMilk

Milk, Ice Cream, Milk Made Sweets

Cauliflower, Carrot, Potato, Pumpkin, Brinjal,Gourd.

Capsicum, Sarsosag, Methi, Raddish, RawSalads, Okara, Arbi, Cabbage

Banana, Papaya, Apple, Chikkoo, Water Melon

Grapes, Mango, Guava

Filtered /Boiled Water, Tea with Little Milk,Orange Juice, Pomegranate Juice, MausamiJuice, Lemon Water

Alchol, Coffee, Milk Shake, Cold Drinks

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( Nimbu Pani)

Almonds (Socked / Peeled) , Dried Raisin. Cashew Nut, Walnut, Chilgosa, Ground Nut,Jaggr.

Mint Chutney. Coconut Chutney Green Chillies, Vinegar, Tomato Ketchup, AllType Of Pickles.

Boiled Rice, Wheat Flour, Roasted Bread,Corn Flour, Black Gram Flour.

Popcorn.

Pure and Vanaspati Ghee, Refined Oil,Coconut Oil, Butter

Mustard Oil and Til Oil.

Moong Dal, Arhar Dal, Channa Dal, Masoor Dal, Urd Dal.

Rajmha, Lobia, Black Gram, White Gram.

Boiled Eggs 1-2/ Week, Roasted Chicken. Fish, Meat

F oods to A void in active Ulcerative Colitis ( F lare Up)

There are a number of foods, which are best avoided during a flare up of Ulcerative Colitis - or whenColitis is active (i.e. blood or mucous in the stools). These are mainly foods that either include a highamount of insoluble fiber - or very high amounts of dairy fats-

y Cabbage/sprouts y Cauliflower y Broccoli y Sweet Corn y Mushrooms y High Bran fiber items - such as whole meal bread, and high fiber cereal y Tomatoes - especially the seeds y Soya Protein y Onions - Especially raw onions y Cheese/cream (tends to cause excess acid/irritation in the gut)

Diet and nutrition is very important in Ulcerative colitis management to prevent malnutrition and extremeweight loss.

Ulcerative Colitis Home TreatmentVarious home remedies for Ulcerative Colitis:

y Probiotics are gre atly used as f riendly bacteri a th at reside in the gu t, have been f ound to be ff ecti ve in ma nag ing u lcer ative colitis. They help control the num ber of potenti a lly harmfubacteri a , red uce inf lamma tion, and impro ve the protecti ve mu cus linin g of the gu t. A very bene f icia l ho me re m edy in ulcer ative colitis.

y D iet or f ood ma teri a ls th at are a rich so urce of ome ga-3 fa tty acids, f ound in f ish oil caps ules

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ma y red uce inf lamma tion in people with ulcer ative colitis. y F ish oil is a lso f ound to be very use fu l f or red uction of inf lamma tion in ulcer a tive colitis. A ve

bene f icia l ho me re m edy in ulcer ative colitis. y As Aloe Ver a g el has been f ound to have an anti-inf lamma tory eff ect. There f ore it can be

cons um ed re gu larly f or max imum bene f its. A very bene f icia l ho me re m edy in ulcer ative colity Also citr us f ruits th at are a very rich so urce of Vitam in C is also kno wn to red uce do wn the

inf lamma tion and th us helpin g out in ulcer ative colitis. y It is a lso kno w th a t the diet a ry re gu lar int ak e of Folic acid is also very bene f icia l in the

red uction of occ urrence of u lcer a tive colitis. y Vario us asanas a re also pr acticed so as to red uce do wn the stress fu l levels. y Also per f or m the D iaphr agma tic bre a thin g. y F or a condition as ulcer ative colitis Ayurved a sugg ests a Ba sti (ene ma) u sin g (inste ad of plai

wa ter ) a te a ma de f ro m a n astrin gent herb such as Bilva, Asho ka , Sand alwood, or licorice roA very bene f icia l ho me re m edy in ulcer ative colitis.

y This ene ma can be prep ared as f ollo ws boil a ro und 1 tablespoon of the herb (such as licoricepo wder ) in 1 pint of wa ter f or 5 m inutes. Str ain, and add abo ut 2 tablespoons of ghee whilethe te a is still wa rm. Let the liquid cool to roo m te mper ature, and use it f or an ene ma . Ret aithe liquid inside f or 5 m inutes if you can. D o this proced ure once or twice a w ee k. A very

bene f icia l ho me re m edy in ulcer ative colitis. y A simple and yet very bene f icia l re medy f or colitis is to ea t coo ked apples with a pinch of

nutmeg. Peel a co uple of apples, remove the seeds, and coo k. Mak e the m into a pulp and a1 te aspoon ghee and a pinch of nutmeg. This will help to pacif y the irrit a tion of colitis and ulcer ative colitis. A very bene f icia l ho me re medy in ulcer ative colitis.

y Apple juice will a lso help relie ve the burnin g sens ation. y Tender cocon ut wa ter, butter milk is soothin g, and coo ked apples a re he aling in the ulcer ati

colitis condition. y D rin k 2 g lasses of wa ter f irst thin g in the mornin g; have a bo wel move m ent at the sam e tim

each day but avoid str ainin g. y F oods coo ked in alum inum u tensils ; suga r, stron g te a a nd coff ee, white f lour prod ucts,

a lcoholic be ver ag es and highly salted f oods sho uld be avoided. y

Ripened bananas are a lso easily digested having slight laxa tive property and pro mote the he aling a nd also relie ve the acute sympto ms. A very bene f icia l ho me re m edy in ulcer ative colitis