Top Herbal Remedies for UC

Sometimes, the mere thought of bowel issues can make us cringe. But if you’re suffering from ulcerative colitis (UC), these uncomfortable – and sometimes painful – symptoms may become all too familiar. From cramping to weight loss, fever, and even blood in the stools, UC is a condition that can seriously impact the lining of your intestine.  A common type of inflammatory bowel disease, UC is most common among white people. However, inflammatory bowel diseases, in general, heavily affect the Black community, with one out of every three people diagnosed. Black people also have a higher risk of more severe complications, hospitalizations, and deaths than all other races. When it comes to UC, in particular, studies indicate that Black folks tend to experience most of the inflammation in their rectums and left-side large intestine. By contrast, Asians seem to show the least inflammation in their intestines.  While various medications and surgeries are used to address UC, sometimes, we want a natural approach. After all, drugs always come with potential side effects – occasionally worse than the symptoms themselves!  Although not FDA-approved for treating UC, certain naturopathic remedies may alleviate sufferers’ worst symptoms. Let’s cover some of these lesser-known treatments, stemming...