Natural remedies for chrons disease

Crohn’s disease (2 million cases diagnosed in North America and 95,000 in the United Kingdom) is an inflammatory condition of the digestive tract which leads to fistulas, ulcers and obstructions in the large or small intestines. It is thought to be related to an auto-immune response by some scientists while others think it is a low stomach acid response but the causes and cures remain unknown. Complications are not restricted to the intestines and can result in arthritis and inflammation in the eyes.

There may be no sign of the disease for several months and then suddenly an individual starts to experience further symptoms. You can avoid your flare up triggers but you must understand what they are as these triggers can vary between individuals. Many Crohn’s disease sufferers use natural remedies to circumvent taking medications or because medications are unaffordable. The chance of a relapse occurring can be reduced if natural remedies are used.

Proper diets are critical for successful natural treatments. Yeast, wheat and milk should be avoided as this can bring relief to many sufferers of this disease. To achieve remission, a good intake of Omega-6 fatty acids is important according to research.

Hemp oil is a well balanced oil which contains Omega-3, 6, and 9 and its anti-inflammatory properties have a positive impact on inflammatory processes if taken daily (initially one teaspoon, steadily increasing it to one tablespoon). Candida is another Crohn’s disease related problem – a fungal overgrowth caused by destruction of the good bacteria in the digestive tract through use of steroids and antibiotics. Those with compromised immune systems can suffer with low energy levels due to candida, usually a harmless yeast that occurs in the bowel, having spread into the bloodstream.

Suitable for both Candida overgrowth and Crohn’s disease, Wormwood and Zell Oxygen are two types of natural remedies available from health food stores. Additional natural remedies include a diet of natural high fiber whole foods for remission cases and a low residue, low fat diet in relapsed cases showing symptoms. Self healing of the body can be encouraged and inflammatory responses reduced if proper nutrients are consumed. An inflammatory response leads to pain, cramps and diarrhea occurring with an increased risk of fistulas and ulcers developing. It is necessary that you do not deviate from a nutritious and well-balanced diet. If you are a sufferer from Crohn’s disease or other inflammatory bowel diseases and want to stay healthy you should avoid processed and high fat foods, caffeine and milk.

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