The Dr. Hyman Show How To Recover From IBD Without Surgery & Medication
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Apr 15, 2024 
In this insightful discussion, George Papanicolaou, a functional medicine expert on IBD, emphasizes dietary and lifestyle adjustments instead of relying solely on medication. Miguel Reguiro explores the healing properties of probiotics and curcumin in combating inflammation. Shilpa Ravella focuses on identifying the root causes of inflammation through targeted testing. Together, they highlight the powerful connection between gut health and overall well-being, advocating for an integrative approach to managing inflammatory bowel disease.
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Elemental Diet for Severe IBD
- Patients with severe IBD may not tolerate an AIP diet initially.
- Start with an elemental diet to rest the gut and reduce symptoms before transitioning to AIP.
Functional Medicine Approach to IBD
- Address the gut microbiome and low-level systemic inflammation.
- Consider heavy metals, infections, or other underlying issues when treating IBD.
Colitis Reversal Story
- A patient with severe colitis avoided colectomy after six weeks of functional medicine treatment.
- The treatment included dietary changes and resetting the gut microbiome.