Stress, poor diet, toxins, and drug use may predispose our patients to digestive disorders. In IBS and IBD Update we examine the differences between irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. We discuss western medical approaches, nutrition and traditional Chinese medicine and discover new research on a proprietary formula, which shows promise in the treatment of IBS and IBD. We also review common TCM patterns, effective herbal approaches, and the digestive-immune system link. Case studies are presented, including cases from the instructor’s clinical practice. Look at the benefits of improving digestive function, restoring digestive health can help people with improved immune functioning, immune dysregulation. The benefits of restoring digestive health on the immune system will be explored.
Andrew Gaeddert, RH, founder of Health Concerns, is the author of Healing Digestive Disorders, 4th edition, which is an extensive resource of natural remedies and lifestyle changes that have helped thousands of people alleviate digestive symptoms and heal their bodies. Andrew discusses how he successfully healed himself from Crohn’s disease and IBS.