Food Supplements for Ulcerative Colitis

We have teamed up with Healthy Direct to provide a source of good quality and relatively inexpensive supplements suitable for those with ulcerative colitis. The prices include free delivery to the UK.
The supplements that have been chosen meet two criteria

• There is substantial evidence that they are beneficial
• They are considered to be safe - and in particular don't interfere with colitis medication or liver function

Healthy Direct are offering Colitis UK memers a 5% discount on orders over £10 until the end of July 2010. Enter the discount code HDAJJY at the checkout. All orders currently have free postage and packing.

	Vitamin B and folic acid both tend to be deficient in people suffering from ulcerative colitis. This is mainly due to poor absorption. Folic acid is also important as research suggests that it reduces the risk of bowel cancer. These vitamins are slightly stronger than most high street versions - at 400% RDA. They are suitable for long term use.	1 a day. 180 tablets or 6 months supply for £3.99.
	Zinc is very important in regulating the immune system with deficiency being relatively common. Research has again indicated that it might be helpful for colitis	1 a day. 180 tablets - or 6 months supply for £2.99.
	In trials large doses of fish oil have been found to produce a very beneficial effect on colitis. The dose required is about 5g of EPA and HDA per day. This equates to approximately 15 capsules.	Up to 15 a day. 180 capsules for £12.99
	Evidence is now growing that high strength probiotics are helpful for colitis. In the US it is becoming more common for medical doctors to routinely recommend them.	1 a day. 90 Capsules - or 3 months supply for £10.99
	Aloe vera has been tested in clinical trials where again the results look very hopeful.	1 a day. 360 tablets - or 12 months supply for £8.99.
References University of Maryland Medical Centre - Colitis patient advice Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral aloe vera gel for active ulcerative colitis. Bile acid metabolism and vitamin B12 absorption in ulcerative colitis.