As with all autoimmune diseases, self-managing the condition will help you to avoid flares, recover quicker from flares and generally try to keep on top of your inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).<\/p>\n
According to the Mayo Clinic, some alternative and natural remedies may help with the symptoms of inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn\u2019s disease and ulcerative colitis.<\/p>\n
1. Probiotics<\/strong> 2. Prebiotics<\/strong> 3. Fish Oil<\/strong>
\nBasically, probiotics are good bacteria found in the stomach. Adding more of the good bacteria will help fight the bad bacteria and help ease inflammation due to Crohn\u2019s disease or ulcerative colitis.<\/p>\n
\nPrebiotics are found naturally in many plant sources such as chicory, artichokes, garlic, onions, and leeks. The foods promote the growth of good bacteria in the colon.<\/p>\n
\nOmega-3 fatty acids can also help reduce inflammation and pain associated with ulcerative colitis and Crohn\u2019s disease. One of the best sources of omega-3 is fish oils which can be eaten in oily fish such as salmon and sardines. You an also take fish oil in a supplement.<\/p>\n