Ulcerative Colitis: Homeopathic Remedies and Supplements

 Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease affecting the colon or large intestines. As the term suggests ulcers form in the intestinal lining. It is a tiresome ailment which disrupts completely the life of the patient. Conventional drugs are useful to treat the condition but come with numerous side effects.

 

This is where homeopathy and health supplements play a big role in keeping the condition stable during flare ups and also curing it.

 

The chief homeopathic remedies which are useful in this condition are MERCURIUS SOLUBILIS, PODOPHYLLUM, ALOE, LYCOPODIUM, CARCINOSINUM. These remedies can be taken in the 30C potency.

 

Regular use of these remedies not only controls the disease but prevent it from becoming malignant later on.

 

Drinking lots of water is essential in controlling ulcerative colitis. Avoid junk food, and carbonated drinks. Milk often aggravates the condition but watered down low fat milk may be taken. Eating of curds and yoghurt helps in maintaining the beneficial intestinal micro-organisms.

 

Some useful supplements for ulcerative colitis are PROBIOTICS, BROMELAIN AND MULTIVITAMINS.

 

Some useful herbs arê KUTAJ (HOLARRHENA ANTIDYSENTERICA). DIAREX tablets manufactured by the Himalaya Drug Company are very useful not only in ulcerative colitis but also in treating irritable bowel syndrome. BOSWELLIA SERRATA is also highly recommended but it might not suit many temperaments.