Medical Research News

Bacterium to blame for Crohn's

 Researchers believe the lack of a specific bacterium in the gut may be a cause of Crohn's disease.

This is an interesting article from the BBC News 21 September 2007. It outlines the disasterous effects eating too much starch can have on your liver and overall health.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/7006191.stm

Glycemic Index Facts On Honey:

Article on production of High Fructose Corn Syrup & Honey
http://www.drmirkin.com/nutrition/honey.html 

'Good' Bacteria May Ease Ulcerative Colitis
A new study shows that a mixture of eight bacteria reversed or eased the symptoms of ulcerative colitis in most people treated with the probiotic preparation. Probiotics are made from living bacteria that are thought to affect the balance of other living organisms and bacteria in the gut and improve the health of the intestine.

Elaine Gottschall's book is the best source of information regarding SCD research. There are twelve pages of valuable sources and references in the back of the book.

Digestion-gut-autism connection: the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, in Medica Veritas 1 (2004), by Elaine Gottaschall. Be sure to visit the autism page for more SCD and autism information.

The results of Dr. Leo Galland's study of the SCD: "...All 20 patients demonstrated a decrease in symptoms and reduction in medication use. Six patients have entered complete clinical remission, discontinued all medication, and maintained remission for five to 80 months...". Dr. Galland is listed on our SCD-friendly doctors page. Note: Elaine does not agree with the re-introduction of "non-glutenous starches".

Dr. Ronald Hoffman's article in Conscious Choice, titled "Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis" includes a great explanation of CD and UC, and he explains why he recommends the SCD to his readers.

Ed in Holland (www.newtreatments.org) has compiled a nice collection of research which supports the SCD. As he points out, "Please remember: To regain your health, you need to keep an open mind."

Learn about Carbhohydrates In Nutrition and how they contribute to mucus formation (something which concerns people with IBD).

A paper presented at the Fourth Annual Sympoium on Alternative Therapies March 28, 1999  BY LEO GALLAND, M.D.

Audio Files
Lucy Rosset on Dr. Ronald Hoffman's 'Healthtalk', June 28, 2000. Those suffering from Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and other digestive disorders can learn how a change in diet can provide superior, long-term remission.

Elaine Gottschall at the Whole Life Expo in Toronto, November 2000. In "Bowel Disorders Cured", Elaine discusses how she came to write the book, how the diet works, and more!

CSIRO REPORT - Gut Health - The gut is integral to health and wellbeing and gut bacteria plays an important role in nutrient and bioactive digestion and absorption.

This information sheet details how the gut contributes to overall health, and describes how research in the Preventative Health Flagship is improving our understanding of the role of bacterial in gut health and using this knowledge to develop ways to improve gut health.

Probiotics Ease Gut Problems Caused By Long Term Stress

 Probiotics may help to reduce gut symptoms caused by long term stress, indicates research published ahead of print in the journal Gut.

The Journal of the American Medical Association - Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth 

BNET Australia - Make friends with good bacteria: if bad bacteria re ruling your digestive system, you could be setting yourself up for health problems - Do-It-Yourself Cures.