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Crohn's
Disease
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small intestine is approximately 20 feet long. Its irregular surface, full of
projections called villi and microvilli give it a surface area approximately the
size of four tennis courts. The cells of the small intestine secrete enzymes to
break down food and they absorb nutrients. Problems with the small intestine can
lead to poor nutrient absorption; you don’t get the nutrients even if you are
eating properly. This can lead to fatigue, allergies, digestive problems and
many other chronic health problems. Poor digestion can be the beginning
of digestive problems, fatigue, nutrient deficiency, obesity, food cravings and
allergies. It can also be the cause of irritable bowel, colitis and Crohn’s
disease.
Pre-Disposing
Factors / Common Causes:
1. Stress
2. Poor Diet
3. Lack of Minerals
4. Overuse of laxatives
5. Food Allergies
6. Lack of Digestive Enzymes
Lifestyle
Sleep at least
8 hours a night
Fresh air
Sunshine
Drink Fresh water
Yoga to reduce stress
Review medications to insure they are not the underlying cause
Eat a balanced diet
Supplements
that may help:
Supplements
Property of Supplements
References:
The Little Herb Encyclopedia by Jack Ritchason
Natural Health, Natural Medicine by Andrew Weil, MD
The Green Pharmacy by James Duke, MD
Chinese Medicine by Manfred Portkett, MD
Wise Women Herbal - Healing Wise, by Susan Weed
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