Category: IBD Active
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Prehab: Preparing Your Body for What’s Ahead
Prehabilitation, also known as prehab is a really effective proactive approach to healthcare that involves using exercise and lifestyle changes to get your body ready for any future medical events. You can think of it as like adding some extra cushioning for illness or aging. It’s kind of like training for a marathon, but instead […]
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Do you have Ulcertaive Colitis? BMI may not be right index for you.
Before we dive into research, let’s do some simple math. This will help you understand the logical application of this article. Let’s imagine an average ulcerative colitis patient named Roberta. Her weight is 60kg, which is within her correct BMI zone. However, she experienced a major flare-up, causing her to lose 10kg. Let’s assume she […]
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IBD and Weigh Gain
According to recent studies and reviews, a significant proportion of individuals with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in the European Union and the UK are considered overweight. A 2021 study published in the “Journal of Crohn’s and Colitis” analyzed data from over 22,000 IBD patients and found that around 30% of them had a body mass […]
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IBD and common colds
People with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) are not more susceptible to catching a common cold virus than the general population, but certain factors can affect how their bodies respond to it. Although research in this area is inconclusive, it is commonly believed that the immune system of people with IBD is somewhat dysregulated, which may […]
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Beyond medication. A holistic approach for Crohn’s and Colitis.
Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) are chronic inflammatory bowel diseases that affect the digestive system. They are characterised by inflammation and damage to the lining of the gastrointestinal tract, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, fatigue, and weight loss. Medications play a crucial role in managing Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. […]