https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-021-03207-w?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_content=organic&utm_campaign=NGMT_USG_JC01_GL_Nature ...
https://www.health.harvard.edu/mental-health/the-power-of-the-placebo-effect?fbclid=IwAR2YtB4847wEDCZ4mzzMYrXLXm5iuQSqsSHeSwBmytNQwnanKTTTlf_anwE ...
fortunately, i have solid evidence every time i poop ;-) TT[/quote] If your poop is solid it does not necessarily mean that it is solid evidence :-)...
Unfortunately, there is no solid evidence that food can cause/stop a flare....
I would try Budesonide foam or enemas as a bridge. In the beginning, you can experience some adverse effect like burning but is usually transient....
I take 2000UI twice a week. I have no idea if it is too low or too much. Before I took 2000UI daily and I felt some side (adverse) effects....
Good point Garyi :-) I really have problems with my memory. I can not concentrate on tasks and I have problems with my sleep. I suspect that this is connected to my dormant UC. I have been in...
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33417176/ ...
In my country, Mutaflor was approved for inducing remission and maintaining remission in mild cases of UC....
https://www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/news/latest-coronavirus-vaccine-for-people-with-crohns-or-colitis?fbclid=IwAR3ZGVxQbqf_Lyi0u-SU_8svk8WUjJq1ICmof8SIOOnxvHGo5UkItsiP0bs ...
I still believe that diet solves only food intolerance part of the equation. The inflammation part stays intact. Regarding clinical studies about diets and UC there is no clear "signal". Yes, they...
It looks promising. It is interesting that this drug has demonstrated safety as well as antiviral, anti-inflammatory and tissue repair properties in clinical trials in HIV and ulcerative colitis. New...
The risk that COVID‑19 damages our body is far greater than the risk of side effects of a vaccine. If an approved vaccine is available I will get vaccinated immediately. Science has made unbelievable...
Simple sugars such as glucose and fructose are present in many plants. More complex sucrose is present in many plants as well. I highly doubt that any of these sugars are "poison". We, humans, have...
I love brazil nuts as well. I eat several of them every day. I have to reduce the amount to just one/two a day. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brazil_nut ...
This is the first report of the effect of Se supplements on the SIRT1 and PGC-1α gene expression in patients with UC. It seems that the Se caused a significant decrease in the inflammatory response...
The results of this study suggest that high-sugar diet might promote gut microbiota dysfunction and IBD development. https://stm.sciencemag.org/content/12/567/eaay6218 ...
Interesting topic. I have several notes to it. 1. Why are immunosuppressants so effective in treating UC? 2. Why majority of people feel worse after course of antibiotics? A. Cleaning teeth can...
I would insist on repeating Colonoscopy within 6 months. For better preparation before colonoscopy you can try laxative mineral water (with MgSO4). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnesium_sulfate...
I have not taken Qing Dai. I would be very cautious. Look at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6378840/ Generally speaking, scientists have ceased exploring this drug because it caused...
Interesting. Look at: https://practicalneurology.com/articles/2018-feb/calcitonin-gene-related-peptide-monoclonal-antibodies ...
I would not risk it. Wait several months. There is good chance that vaccine will be available....
Thanks for sharing. Quick summary of his (David A. Sinclair PhD) recommendations: 1g NMN; 1g resveratrol; Vitamin D; K2; 83mg aspirin; avoid sugar, bread, pasta; skip one meal a day; get your blood...
Thank for sharing. It sounds promising. I have to buy shares :-] Good news is that it has already been approver for Multiple Sclerosis....
Considering our results within the context of recent literature on aerosol filtration efficiency of home fabrics and epidemiological modeling of the potential impacts of mask use, we conclude that...
Trust me. He (Albert Snow) does not have a clue. He is mere quack and marketer. Do not waste time and money on him....
His disclaimer: ...
Concept of detox does not make sense. These naïve ideas stem from alternative medicine approaches. Our body has its own mechanisms how to get rid of unwanted substances (toxins). There is no easy way...
Yes I have tried homeopathic approach. I used to prepare my own homeopathic meds. I was big fan of homeopathy. That was before the Internet era. Then when the Internet was invented I discovered...
I believe that it is widespread myth. You should feel better within few hours/days if you exclude problematic food....
I have had more than 25 colonoscopies in my life. I am looking forward to next colonoscopy. It is the only diagnostic method that is able to catch up pre-cancer changes in my colon. I am very happy...
Try stronger medication or combination of several meds. Try to achieve remission ASAP. Long term inflammation can cause irreversible changes on your colon. I would not risk it....
Has anybody tried this diet for treating UC? https://academic.oup.com/ecco-jcc/article/11/10/1205/3835921 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPCuZtJa4FY ...
Every age has its own kind of craziness. I believe that taking Colloidal Silver is craziness of modern age....
Yes, I have had Tinnitus for 5 years approximately. I am not sure whether it is connected to my UC. I had suspicion that 5ASAs are the culprit. I made an experiment. I stopped 5ASAs for two months....
https://www.sciencealert.com/killer-t-cells-gone-rogue-may-be-a-main-culprit-of-inflammatory-bowel-disease ...
Interesting. Alcohol can cause "Leaky gut syndrome". It means that prevalence of Crohn disease between alcoholics should be higher. I could not find any statistical evidence that support this...
Look at: https://healthygut.com/articles/5-easy-ways-to-add-calories-to-the-scd-diet/ ...
https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-07-antibiotics-early-life-inflammatory-bowel.html ...
I guess I have had more than 25 colonoscopies in my life. I have always gone there and back by my car myself....
I would be very cautious. For example Colloidal Silver. According to FDA there is no evidence that this substance is safe or effective for treating any disease or condition. Silver particles are...
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/25785826.2019.1599158?scroll=top&needAccess=true ...
Strong evidence is: -several successive clinical trials with positive score (benefits are grater than risks). All FDA approved drugs have succeeded in such trials. It means that benefits of all FDA...
Something for inspiration: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6540767/ ...
I recommend you taking an antidepressant. After 3 months reevaluate your situation. You will discover new options how to solve problems....
Hi Krissy, according to this post: In other words, the only difference is the trace amounts of dairy found in Visbiome as VSL has no dairy. Do you have milk allergy? (not milk intolerance) It could...
The cure should not be worse than the disease. I would ask GI for alternative meds....
https://med.virginia.edu/ginutrition/wp-content/uploads/sites/199/2019/08/Specific-CHO-Diet-August-2019.pdf I am sorry but this "buried research" was abandoned many years ago by peers. Yes, of...
It may be coincidence, placebo effect, spontaneous remission, effect of other meds/supplements to name few......
-- OK, SCD is special carbohydrate diet. -- an example of "high carb" success diet for UC: https://www.highcarbhealth.com/ ...