Updated on February 2, 2023 For thousands of years, the spice turmeric has been renowned for both its culinary uses and for a multitude of potential health benefits, ranging from decongestion to wound healing to addressing chicken pox symptoms. In recent years, as the scientific community has increasingly recognized the therapeutic potential of turmeric, it […]
Updated on January 3, 2023 Although gluten intolerance is traditionally associated with celiac disease, this understanding is shifting as the medical community increasingly recognizes both non-celiac gluten sensitivity and the impact of gluten on other health conditions. In particular, the relationship between Crohn’s and gluten has become a critical area of interest, spurring many patients […]
Updated on January 3, 2023 Butyrate, also known as butyric acid, is an emerging alternative nutritional support therapy for a wide range of health conditions, particularly gastrointestinal disorders and GI-associated neurological conditions like autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Because many of the traditional therapies for these conditions have significant side effects that can interfere with the […]
Updated on January 3, 2023 Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a multifaceted neurological condition with a multitude of emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and physical symptoms that vary in presentation among individuals. These symptoms are influenced by a variety of internal and external factors, ranging from genetic characteristics to comorbid conditions to home and school environments. Due […]
Updated on January 3, 2023 Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes patients to experience a higher than normal number of daily stools, bloody or disrupted stools, diarrhea, pain, weight loss, inflammation, and bloating. UC causes damage to intestinal tissues via cycles of inflammation and tissue retraction, and is progressively degenerative, […]
Updated on January 3, 2023 Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in which dietary stimuli cause symptomatic flare-ups that manifest in patients as pain, cramping, and diarrhea. These symptoms can not only cause significant physical discomfort, they can also deeply impact functionality and overall quality of life. Unfortunately, conventional therapies often fail to […]
Updated on January 3, 2023 Within both the research and the clinical communities, the relationship between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and diet has long been a topic of discussion. However, understanding the complex relationship between autism and food continues to be an ongoing challenge. This is largely because food can play a role in each […]
Updated on December 22, 2022 An increasingly detailed and interconnected body of scientific literature is establishing the connection between the pathology of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the gut microbiome, leading many to wonder whether manipulation of the gut microbiome can alleviate ASD symptoms. In recent years, a number of studies have clarified the mechanisms […]
Updated on January 2, 2023 For patients with ulcerative colitis, developing an effective management strategy can be a major challenge. Symptoms vary widely between patients, and many of the most common therapeutics—including aminosalicylates, corticosteroids, antibiotics, and methotrexate—have side effects that can be just as disruptive to the patient’s quality of life as the condition itself. […]
Updated on January 4, 2023 Ulcerative colitis, the most common inflammatory bowel disease, can significantly interfere with quality of life for patients and families. Because there is no cure, patients are forced to cope with a wide range of symptoms—from chronic diarrhea to fatigue to eye irritation to joint pain. These symptoms typically worsen over […]
