Colitis
Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease caused by genetic and environmental factors.
It is characterised by inflammation of the colonic mucosa.
Lifestyle factors that may contribute to its development include:
Medication use, such as antibiotics and NSAIDS.
Processed foods or poor diet.
Stress
Alcohol
Signs and symptoms:
Abdominal pain
Digestive disturbances
Bowel irregularity
Nausea, vomiting
Anxiety or depression
Dietary and Natural Medicine Recommendations:
An individualised diet
Reduce inflammation with medicinal herbs
Address immunity
Balance gut microbes, strain specific
Probiotics
Manage stress