The Colitis Scope

I’m sure I’m not the only one who has fallen off the bandwagon when it comes to healthy food. This past weekend was one of those times where I picked the wrong food and I even knew it. I’m a sucker for pizza and thought this time would be better. I was wrong and I felt the affects within hours. This is an episode to let you know that we are human and will mess up from time to time. The main thing...

I find that it is important to understand the structure of the colon so that when talking to someone else they can visualize the area and understand how it operates. In this episode I talk about each section and the roles that they play when it comes to our health. This episode is more informative and to give a general overlay of the large intestines.

Every couple of episodes I like to check back in with my audience and talk about where my current health is at. I find that if you talk about your progression you can see the goals you have been hitting. It also is a good time to see if there are things that are holding you back to better health. So I wanted to take this time to talk about this so that you take the time to check your health progre...

Today’s episode is about fecal transplant for patients with ulcerative colitis. I am going over the study and talk about my thoughts on the finding on the study. I find it important to keep on studies that are coming out to stay up to date on all the new information. I want to be well rounded when it comes to this disease so that I have a better understanding with all treatment options.

On today’s episode of The Colitis Scope, I will be diving deeper into the mineral known as Selenium. This may be a new mineral for you, but I want to make sure you know about it. It plays a major role in our health and helps protect our body from Oxidative Stress. So sit back and allow your brain to absorb some knowledge.

Each episode I dive in to healthy foods that I have been adding to my diet. Today’s episode is on Blackstrap Molasses. This food is super powerful when it comes to helping folks with GI issues. It is a great source of iron and is easy absorbed in the body when comparing it to some supplements. Give this episode a listen and see what the hype is all about!

Each week I go over health benefits for people suffering with GI issues, especially Ulcerative Colitis. Today’s health topic is on Leeks and how they are a super food with all their vitamins and nutrients. Tune in a find out why you should add leeks to your diet!

Today’s episode on The Colitis Scope, I talk about how important it is to be journaling the food that you eat. If you are like me, you probably have forgotten what you ate yesterday. That’s why it’s so important to write down what you eat. Sometimes a food may be inflammatory for our body, but won’t show signs for a few hours or days. By having a journal to document everything, you are able to hav...

Find out why carrots are so important when it comes to our health. They help with nutritional absorption and even help with our mental development. Now, most people don’t know, but cooked purée carrots have more nutrients than a raw carrot.

Today’s episode is about our gut and how bacteria play a massive role on its function. We talk about some of the pros and cons that bacteria do for our gut. Along with explaining what Dysbiosis is and what you can do to help reduce it and regain your health. So tune in and learn more about your gut!

On today’s episode we go over why exercise can be beneficial for you when suffering with a GI Issue. We break down a few different exercises that can help with your cardiovascular system along with reducing your stress. So jump in and enjoy the show!

As we learn more and more about Ulcerative Colitis, we are getting a better idea on how to heal this disease. The study that I go over today is in its early stages, but does seem promising. Check this weeks episode and see what you think!

Today’s episode is about raw milk and how it may be beneficial for your microbiome. I am just starting this new food group in my diet and curious to see how it will help my overall health.

Today’s topic is on cold showers. You’ve may have heard people talking about how amazing they can be and the health benefits behind them. In today’s podcast episode, I talk about how a cold shower may help with your immune system along with your lymphatic system. As always, stay healthy my friends.

Today we talk about the vagus nerve.

Today’s episode talks about B12 and how it may be a leading cause to your fatigue and mood swings. People don’t realize that we store B12 for 3-5 years in our liver. But if we deplete this, that’s when symptoms start to show up. Tune in and find more info about B12

A simple fruit such as a lemon can pack a lot of healthy benefits. Today’s episode talks about why lemons can be helpful so someone dealing with an autoimmune disease.

This is just a short clip today thanking you all for listening to this podcast. It means a lot and in the next year I want to continue to grow this podcast.

Today I wanted to talk about white rice. There are some health concerns when it comes to white rice. But there are also some great things with it too. Tune in today and find out why white rice may be right for you!

Today we are talking about a single probiotic and how it can help with IBD.

Studies are stating how Vitamin D may play a role in our health. Vitamin D is very beneficial and should be talked about with your medical provider as an option to improve your health. As always, stay healthy!

Fiber is very important when it comes to our GI system. When we get enough fiber it helps sooth our gut lining.

A recent study showed that fried oil can have a negative impact on the colon. When oil is heated up and used for cooking can aggravate the GI system. Today I talk about the recent research and my thoughts on going out to eat and picking fried food.

Today's episode is more personal about my current health state. I talk about how I've been doing with Ulcerative Colitis. Along with talking about my medication, supplements, and talking to people about your Ulcerative Colitis.