Homeopathic Remedies for Colitis

Colitis is an inflammatory Bowl Disease (IBD) or inflammation of the colon. Those afflicted experience diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fatigue, loss of appetite and weight loss. Many of the medicines that are prescribed to treat Colitis can cause unwanted side effects and often times make the disease symptoms worse. Many people have found tremendous relief from homeopathic remedies and have remained symptom free for several months and even years.

Homeopathic remedies

• The course of this disease is very unpredictable and when an individual experiences a flare up they can last for weeks at a time. Colitis can be a very disabling disease that can decrease the suffers quality of life if not treated appropriately. It has prompted many people to seek out alternative modalities to treating the disease.
  Colitis effects many young adults and the onset can be gradual or sudden.
  Due to the side effects from the medication that is used to treat Colitis, many people are opting for homeopathic treatments.
  Individuals suffering from the disease have found that altering their diet can drastically decrease flare ups.
  Diets rich in Bananas, Coconut water and apples have great benefits. Many people will also resort to eating food that is free from any chemicals such as preservatives or any food item that is not certified organic.
  Suffering individuals will use buttermilk at night to help ease the build up of any acid during the night time hours. Other foods that are high in fiber will also ease the symptoms of Colitis and keeping levels of stress to a minimum will help to temper any additional flare ups.