Home Remedies for Crohn’s Disease Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Also known as Crohn syndrome and regional enteritis, this chronic disease can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract from mouth to anus. According to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, Crohn’s disease affects as many as 700,000 Americans, including both men and women. It can occur at any age, although it is more prevalent among people ages 15 to 35. A large number of cases have also been recorded among people ages 60 to 80. The exact cause of Crohn’s disease is unknown. However, research suggests that heredity, a weak or malfunctioning immune system, excessive smoking, previous infectious disease, intake of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines and environmental factors contribute to the development of this disease. Also, a poor diet, nutritional deficiencies and stress can contribute to it.
Posted on: Wed, 29 Oct 2014 14:24:10 +0000
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