Does aloevera helps in flareups of ulcerative colitis?what is a diet in it?Any specific medicine??
Answers: There are articles you can read on aloe vera and ulcerative colitis (UC) and it certainly looks like it may offer some help in management of the condition:
http://www.bastyrcenter.org/content/view...
You might also like to try slippery elm as its muciliganeous properties may be soothing on the bowel. Another one is marshmallow root. Don't forget also to try Manuka honey:
Read this short article on Manuka honey and UC:
http://www.manukahoneyusa.com/ulcerative...
but if you are diabetic consult your health care provider first.
You might also like to try acidophilus if you don't take this already:
Acidophilus and UC
http://www.lef.org/prod_hp/abstracts/php...
However if you are on the drug Sulfasalazine then talk to your doctor first as acidophilus may speed up the metabolism..
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/lacto...
You should consult a qualified Naturopath/Herbalist in consultation with your doctor as you need to be sure you are getting the correct medical advice alongside any treatment you want to try. UC is a chronic disease and needs the correct management. Don't give up hope though and try lots of different approaches in agreement with your doctor.
Another article you might like to read on herbs/phytotherapy for UC:
http://www.crohns.net/Miva/education/art...
Best wishes.
If you have not had any medical advice, I would seek it. In the mean time, research human body PH , the more acidic the body = health problems like colitis. Nutritionally you would have to look at more alkaline foods (fruits and veggies) and vitamin supplements.
I've heard aloe vera is fantastic for digestive issues, and continued use of aloe vera can aid in healing intestinal problems.
An important thing to note with intestional issues: do you have food allergies or sensitivies? For example, I have celiac disease (gluten sensitivies that cause irritation of intestinal lining). I notice when I have wheat or processed foods (both contain glutens) my intestinal pain comes back. Also, hard cheese or a lot of alcohol can trigger me. I've heard some people are triggered by dairy.
Suggest you work with a holistic doc who understands this stuff -- possibly a naturopath or definitely someone who does NAET could help.
If there's no one like that in your area or $ is an issue, you could eliminate the common allergins from your diet (i.e. glutens, dairy) and take note of how you feel after a couple of weeks. Then do an experiment on yourself and add each allergin back in, one at a time. If you can eat the allergin without becoming symptomatic then you're OK. But if, like me, certain foods trigger you then you'll know to avoid those foods.
Good luck!
http://www.bastyrcenter.org/content/view...
You might also like to try slippery elm as its muciliganeous properties may be soothing on the bowel. Another one is marshmallow root. Don't forget also to try Manuka honey:
Read this short article on Manuka honey and UC:
http://www.manukahoneyusa.com/ulcerative...
but if you are diabetic consult your health care provider first.
You might also like to try acidophilus if you don't take this already:
Acidophilus and UC
http://www.lef.org/prod_hp/abstracts/php...
However if you are on the drug Sulfasalazine then talk to your doctor first as acidophilus may speed up the metabolism..
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/lacto...
You should consult a qualified Naturopath/Herbalist in consultation with your doctor as you need to be sure you are getting the correct medical advice alongside any treatment you want to try. UC is a chronic disease and needs the correct management. Don't give up hope though and try lots of different approaches in agreement with your doctor.
Another article you might like to read on herbs/phytotherapy for UC:
http://www.crohns.net/Miva/education/art...
Best wishes.
If you have not had any medical advice, I would seek it. In the mean time, research human body PH , the more acidic the body = health problems like colitis. Nutritionally you would have to look at more alkaline foods (fruits and veggies) and vitamin supplements.
I've heard aloe vera is fantastic for digestive issues, and continued use of aloe vera can aid in healing intestinal problems.
An important thing to note with intestional issues: do you have food allergies or sensitivies? For example, I have celiac disease (gluten sensitivies that cause irritation of intestinal lining). I notice when I have wheat or processed foods (both contain glutens) my intestinal pain comes back. Also, hard cheese or a lot of alcohol can trigger me. I've heard some people are triggered by dairy.
Suggest you work with a holistic doc who understands this stuff -- possibly a naturopath or definitely someone who does NAET could help.
If there's no one like that in your area or $ is an issue, you could eliminate the common allergins from your diet (i.e. glutens, dairy) and take note of how you feel after a couple of weeks. Then do an experiment on yourself and add each allergin back in, one at a time. If you can eat the allergin without becoming symptomatic then you're OK. But if, like me, certain foods trigger you then you'll know to avoid those foods.
Good luck!
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