Vitamin and Mineral Deficiencies in IBD - Iron and Folic Acid
Most of us know that iron is an important mineral needed by the body for production of blood. What you may not know is that people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) may be at risk for iron deficiency. IBD Has Gone to The Dogs
Cats and dogs can develop Inflammatory Bowel Disease, and often have many of the same symptoms as humans. Are Generic Drugs Safe?
In the United States, before a drug can be marketed as a generic it must be proven to be equivalent to the brand name version. Distance Learning
Getting a college education can be difficult for people with IBD and IBS, but fortunately distance learning is an option. What Smoking Does to Your Guts
We all know that cigarette smoking can cause lung cancer and emphysema. But did you know that cigarette smoking affects all parts of the body, including the digestive system? The Candida Connection
The symptoms of a yeast overgrowth in the intestine, or candidiasis, can mimic other problems including, as some doctors suggest, Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Ulcerative Colitis and Your Appendix
It's possible that removal of the appendix could decrease the chances of developing ulcerative colitis. Fall = Flare?
You're not imagining it, there is evidence that some people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease experience a flare-up during the fall season. The Top 10 Facts You Should Know About IBS
With all the uncertainties that surround Irritable Bowel Syndrome, it's important to take stock of what we do know. Antibiotics Making You Sick?
Taking a course of antibiotics for an infection might cause antibiotic-associated diarrhea, a common condition that is easily treated. Effects of Chemotherapy on the Digestive Tract
Some side effects of chemotherapy includ nausea, vomiting, constipation, and diarrhea. The good news is, all these problems are treatable with some help from your doctor and some tips you can follow at home. Colon Cancer: Risks and Prevention
Studies have shown that along with regular screening, there are changes you can make to your lifestyle that may decrease your risk of developing colon cancer. Eating Your Way Through IBS
There is no diet for everyone who has Irritable Bowel Syndrome, but there are some eating guidelines that may help alleviate the symptoms. Got Gas? It Could be Lactose Intolerance
Many people experience symptoms of gas, bloating, and diarrhea after eating dairy products. It isn't necessarially a milk allergy - it could be lactose intolerance. Colon Cancer and IBD: Are You at Risk?
People with ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease are at greater risk for colon cancer than the general population. Do you know what your risk is? What is a Fistula?
Information about symptoms, treatment, and diagnosis of those pernicious fistulas that plague people with Crohn's Disease. Mourning the Loss of Good Health
Grief over the loss of good health is a normal part of being diagnosed with a chronic illness. Learn about the 5 stages of grief here. There's Always Room for Jell-O!
Descriptions of clear liquid, full liquid, lactose free, and low fiber diets that physicians prescribe for IBD and IBS. Find out what foods are on them, and whey they're used. Prednisone
How prednisone works in treating IBD, what are its side effects, and how they can be lessened. Colonoscopy: The Inside Story
What to expect from the colonoscopy procedure which is commonly used to diagnose IBD and other digestive diseases. Irritable Bowel Syndrome 101
The basics of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, including what causes it, how it's treated, and what can make it worse. Inflammatory Bowel Disease 101
What are Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, collectively known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease? The Irritable Bowel Syndrome-Fibromyalgia Connection
As many as 60% of IBS patients suffer from fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) and as many as 70% of FMS patients report symptoms of IBS. Could there be a common cause for the two conditions? Hypnotherapy as a Treatment for IBS
Hypnosis is being used in the UK as a treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome - and it's successful. IBS, IBD, and PMS
Studies have shown that women with IBS and IBD see an increase in symptoms in the days before and during their menstrual period. | 