New research is drawing attention to the practical, everyday challenges faced by people with Crohn’s disease, a long-term condition that falls under the wider category of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). A global review of how common IBD is around the world, alongside separate research into workplace experiences of people with conditions that are not visible […]
Many people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) notice shifts in weight, energy, and appetite during flares and remission, often without any obvious change in diet. Part of this pattern may be linked to butyrate, a molecule produced by gut bacteria that affects not only gut lining health but also blood sugar control and fat storage. […]
A study presented at a major US gastroenterology conference has found that women with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) who use fertility treatment can reach high pregnancy rates overall, but success varied considerably depending on the type of treatment used. The researchers suggested that embryo transfer may offer notably better results than a simpler insemination procedure, […]
Many people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are told to “eat more fibre” without much explanation of why. For those living with long-standing ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease, this advice often sits alongside a quieter worry: that years of inflammation in the bowel can raise the risk of colorectal cancer. Understanding what happens when fibre […]
Many people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) notice that their mood seems to track their gut symptoms, flat and low during a flare, steadier when things settle. This is not just a psychological reaction to being unwell. A growing body of research points to a biological link between the gut and the brain, and one […]
Many people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are told to “feed their gut bacteria” without much explanation why. One reason behind that advice is butyrate, a small molecule made by gut bacteria that acts as both fuel and a calming signal for the gut lining and immune system. Understanding how it works helps explain why […]
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects an estimated 15 per cent of people worldwide, yet its symptoms vary so widely between individuals that diagnosis and treatment can be challenging. New patient guidance sets out a clear pathway for people experiencing ongoing digestive symptoms, emphasising the importance of medical assessment before any dietary changes are made, and […]
A clinical pharmacist has outlined several everyday habits that may help people manage chronic, long-term inflammation in the body, according to a recent interview reported by Fox News Digital. The comments matter for anyone living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or other conditions linked to inflammation, since lifestyle factors are often raised alongside, but not […]
For people living with ulcerative colitis, flare-ups often mean a frustrating cycle of medication adjustments and waiting to see if symptoms settle. Some patients, searching for additional options, come across butyrate enemas, a treatment that delivers a gut-friendly compound directly to the inflamed lining of the large bowel. The idea sounds promising, but what does […]
New figures suggest a sharp rise in people over 50 being diagnosed with ADHD or autism, with many only recognising these conditions later in life. The data, from a UK travel insurance provider, shows a marked increase in customers declaring these conditions when buying cover. The findings matter because they point to growing awareness of […]
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