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    City Beat (21)  Mar 15, 2010
    Crohn s and Colitis Foundation presents a patient education symposium on Crohn s disease and ulcerative colitis from 8-1 at the Doubletree Hotel, 6200 Quarry Road in Independence. Continental breakfast and sessions on fertility and pregnancy, biologic therapy, nutrition alternative therapies, and new surgery options. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)

    Natural Methods to Detox the Body o...  Mar 14, 2010
    It has been used to treat colitis, food poisoning, stomach flu, parasites, and other digestive disorders. In addition, it has been used to treat alcoholism, arthritis, cataracts, open wounds, diarrhea, stomach ulcers, acne, anemia, and more. (Suite101.com)

    Intestinal Bacteria Drive Obesity and Metabolic Disease in Immune-Altered Mice  Mar 8, 2010
    Under certain conditions, many TLR5-deficient mice develop colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease, while the majority of the mice have chronic low-level inflammation ... Noting that insulin is known to dampen appetite, he adds: "Even in the absence of colitis, the TLR5-deficient mice seem to have low-level inflammation. We're not yet sure if this inflammation leads to alterations in intestinal bacteria or vice versa, but this shows that once the microbial community changes, it can transfer... (Science Daily)

    Germs could be making you fat,study says  Mar 6, 2010
    It could be that certain bacteria cause inflammation that can affect appetite as well as inflammatory bowel conditions like Crohn's disease and colitis, the researchers reported in the journal Science ... "We were studying mice that had colitis," Gewirtz said in a telephone interview ... The colitis was better but the baby mice became obese and developed metabolic syndrome -- a cluster of symptoms that include unhealthy cholesterol levels, too much fat around the midsection, high blood pressure... (MSNBC -- Health)

    Therapeutic Effect of Worm-Derived Proteins on Experimental Colitis  Mar 6, 2010
    The research team led by Professor Pelckmans from the University of Antwerp used a mouse model of experimental colitis to study the beneficial therapeutic effect of worm-derived proteins on inflammation and gastrointestinal motility disturbances. This paper further enlightens the therapeutic effect of worm proteins on colitis by investigating the effect on the inflammatory process and on the motility disturbances ... The induction of colitis in mice causes severe gastrointestinal motility... (Science Daily)

    Gut microbes hold 'second genome'  Mar 4, 2010
    If there's a disturbance, people get all sorts of diseases such as Crohn's disease, Ulcerative colitis, and a link has also been made to obesity. " Untangling a messThe researchers have developed what is called a metagenome, a combined genome of all the bacteria sequenced at once. "This creates a huge dataset that has to be disentangled," explained Professor Raes. "The untangling of this mess is what I do; it's my role in the study. (BBC News -- Science)

    New Products Help Warner Chilcott Narrow 4Q Loss  Mar 2, 2010
    Aside from Actonel, that included the ulcerative colitis treatment Asacol and Enablex, a treatment for overactive bladders. Warner Chilcott also said selling, general and administrative expenses more than quintupled in the quarter, to $277. (ABC News -- Wire)

    Can a Gluten Free Diet Improve IBS ...  Feb 25, 2010
    Can a Gluten Free Diet Improve IBS Symptoms. Celiac Disease May Cause Irritable Bowel Syndrome GI Symptoms. (Suite101.com)

    Protein Found to Be Key in Protecting the Gut from Infection  Feb 19, 2010
    15, 2007) Inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn's disease and Ulcerative Colitis, severely impair the lives of more than four million people worldwide. The development of effective therapies against these. (Science Daily)

    Specific Carbohydrate Diet what to ...  Feb 15, 2010
    Specific Carbohydrate Diet what to eat and why: SCD foods and ideas for living. Specific Carbohydrate Diet what to eat and why. (Suite101.com)

    Lovesick: Dating a disease  Feb 13, 2010
    Kelly McGregor, a 31-year-old San Jose, California college student and colitis (another inflammatory bowel disease) sufferer nearly gave up on relationships altogether. How could she explain that she might have to go to the bathroom 20 times a day, or that she might be incontinent in bed or might have a skin rash. (MSNBC -- Health)

    Inside the Program: Rochester boys' basketball  Feb 12, 2010
    Sophomore Alente Johnson was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis a few years ago, and he is supposed to have surgery soon to address the disease. But he postponed the surgery so he could play basketball with his brother, Trey, who will graduate this year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Bowel Disease Link to Blood Clots: New Findings  Feb 11, 2010
    The two main types of IBD are Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease which affect about one in every 250 people in the UK. The research, published in the medical journal The Lancet, could eventually mean new advice for GPs and patients on how to reduce the risk of developing this dangerous side-effect of bowel disease. IBD has been known to predispose sufferers to blood clots (thromboembolism) for some time. (Science Daily)

    Blueberries Counteract Intestinal Diseases  Feb 10, 2010
    New research from the Lund University Faculty of Engineering in Sweden shows that blueberry fibre are important and can alleviate and protect against intestinal inflammations, such as ulcerative colitis ... The project originated as an attempt to see whether various types of dietary fibre and health-promoting bacteria, so-called probiotic bacteria such as lactobacillus and bifidobacteria, can help alleviate and prevent the risk of ulcerative colitis and colorectal cancer ... The researchers also... (Science Daily)

    People on the Move  Feb 9, 2010
    He developed and led the execution of sales and marketing strategy that established REMICADE as a product for the treatment of autoimmune diseases including Crohn s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and ulcerative colitis. He also managed a team of more than 600 sales and marketing employees. (Washington Business Journal, DC)

    Creationists defeated in Kansas school vote on science teaching  Feb 7, 2010
    national association for colitis s.. st albans. (Yahoo News -- Church-State Issues)

    Distinct demographic profiles between Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis  Feb 6, 2010
    Although inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) [comprising mainly Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC)] is thought to affect about 150 000 people in the United Kingdom, the prevalence of severe IBD is not known. Mortality following hospitalization for IBD is significant but little has been reported on long-term follow-up. (EurekAlert!)

    Two 2010 Iditarod Rookies to Watch  Feb 5, 2010
    At the age of 15, Pat was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, an autoimmune disease that attacks the intestines and kidneys. After participating as an Iditarider in the 2006 Iditarod Ceremonial Start, Pat learned that his disease had worsened. (Suite101.com)

    Wheatgrass Health Benefits  Jan 31, 2010
    One study has proven that wheatgrass can reduce the symptoms of ulcertaive colitis. In addition to treating ulcers, it is believed that wheatgrass can treat constipation and diarrhea along with additional gastrointestinal issues. (Suite101.com)

    Recapturing that magical day  Jan 30, 2010
    She finished third in the Las Flores Handicap on April 5 at Santa Anita and second in the Washington Legislators Handicap on June 7 at Emerald Downs and then nearly died from an extreme case of colitis. She came back with a fourth-place finish in the Kalookan Queen Handicap on Jan. 3 at Santa Anita. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)

    Garrard raises $180,000 to fight Crohns  Jan 29, 2010
    Through Garrard s involvement in the In the Zone for Crohn s program and efforts on the football field over the past two years, he has raised funds that have allowed the foundation to advance Crohn s disease and ulcerative colitis research in order to improve the health of patients with these diseases. Last year, he helped raise $170,000 for the organization. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)

    Enhance memory and sharpness with S...  Jan 28, 2010
    It is helpful in ailments like colitis, hernia, hydrocoele. It enhances digestion and is effective in constipation and liver disorders. (Suite101.com)

    Promising Probiotic Treatment for Inflammatory Bowel Disease  Jan 22, 2010
    The most common manifestations of IBD are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. While the exact causes are unclear, IBD is known to be the result of an overactive immune response that is linked to an imbalance of the normal types of bacteria found in the gut. (Science Daily)

    Agrimony - An Herbal Profile  Jan 20, 2010
    Other uses include urinary incontinence, cystitis and mucous colitis. How to Brew Agrimony Herbal Tea. (Suite101.com)

    Gene Discovery Gives Clues to Crohn's Disease, Colitis  Jan 10, 2010
    WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4 (HealthDay News) -- People with painful, chronic bowel conditions such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis could see a glimmer of hope from new research. Scientists say they've spotted a genetic flaw that could drive a rare childhood form of colitis, and the finding might have implications for the broader range of illnesses collectively known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) ... Genetic analysis of nine children with a severe form of early-onset colitis found mutations... (MEDLINEplus)

    Fatty Acids in Diet Affect Ulcerative Colitis Risk  Jan 10, 2010
    These foods are high in linoleic acid and the study have found that people who were the heaviest consumers of this omega-6 PUFA were more than twice as likely to develop ulcerative colitis as those who consumed the least ... To investigate the role of fatty acids and ulcerative colitis, a life-long disease characterized by inflammation of the lining of the large intestine, Hart and his colleagues looked at data from the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) trial,... (MEDLINEplus)

    Health Tip: Signs That You May Have Ulcerative Colitis  Jan 10, 2010
    (HealthDay News) -- Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease that affects the large intestine and rectum ... The agency lists these common symptoms of ulcerative colitis. (MEDLINEplus)

    Bowel Disease Treatment May Raise Skin Cancer Risk  Jan 10, 2010
    Rates of non-melanoma cancer higher in patients with Crohn's, ulcerative colitis, study finds ... Researchers analyzed data on 26,403 Crohn's disease patients and 26,974 patients with ulcerative colitis in order to evaluate how the use of immunosuppressive and biologic medications to treat IBD affected non-melanoma skin cancer risk. (MEDLINEplus)


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