Once upon a time, bacteria and other microbes were seen as the enemy, but scientists are increasingly discovering a mutual dependence between us and our microbiota. New research out of University of Toronto1 reveals a complex interplay between genetics, environmental factors and gut flora might trigger onset of Crohn’s disease. Doctors could soon be able to […]

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This November marks Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Month, a time dedicated to spotlighting the unique challenges faced by patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)1. Canada has high rates of IBD, affecting over 320,000 people nationwide. As a result of our aging population, cases of IBD have steadily increased each year, snowballing into a growing problem […]

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Ulcerative colitis (UC), an inflammatory bowel disease, is a debilitating condition with no known cause or cure. The Sishen pill is a therapeutic modality derived from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that relieves UC issues.1 Uncertainty continues on the mechanisms of how the Sishen pill works to improve ulcerative colitis. Understanding the basics of ulcerative colitis […]

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New research led by researchers at the University of Limerick and a team from University Hospital Limerick in Ireland explored the link between Crohn’s disease and fatty tissue around the intestine. Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel condition that can occur in different areas of the digestive tract. Several factors play a role in […]

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Humira is a prescription medicine that helps reduce inflammation – how does it work? Autoimmune diseases are conditions in which the immune system is unable to distinguish between the body’s own cells and the foreign cells. This results in the immune system attacking healthy organs and tissues in the body. Autoimmune diseases can affect a […]

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Crohn’s disease is a type of Inflammatory Bowel Disease caused by inflammation in the digestive tract. Crohn’s disease can affect different parts of the gastrointestinal tract, including the small intestine, large intestine, and colon. The most common symptoms of Crohn’s disease are chronic diarrhea and abdominal pain. Other symptoms can include fatigue, fever, blood in […]

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A recent study determined particular risks that could be associated with inflammatory bowel disease in pregnancy. Over 25% of patients diagnosed with Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) become pregnant and face certain risks during pregnancy and delivery. A recent analysis of 53 previous studies was published in the journal Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics and outlined increased […]

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Using bacterial proteins, scientists created a vaccine against inflammatory diseases in mice that fights symptoms of bowel disease and metabolic syndrome. The bacteria in your gut can greatly affect your health and well-being.  Harmful or pathogenic bacteria in a person’s intestines can cause inflammation of the intestinal lining that can lead to a variety of […]

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