Fatigue is a feeling of tiredness. It may be sudden or gradual in onset. It is a normal phenomenon if it follows prolonged physical or mental activity, and resolves completely with rest. However, it may be a symptom of a medical condition if it is prolonged, severe, progressive, or occurs without provocation.

Physical fatigue is the transient inability of muscles to maintain optimal physical performance, and is made more severe by intense physical exercise. Mental fatigue is a transient decrease ...

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What-is-Hashimoto's-thyroiditis

What is Hashimoto's thyroiditis 

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Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disease affecting the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is a small butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck. The thyroid gland produces hormones that help regulate many functions in the body associated with maintaining temperature, reproductive functions, sleep, recovery and much more.

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Autoimmune disorder is a disease caused by the immune system that attacks its own healthy tissues. In Hashimoto's disease, cells of the immune system lead to the death of cells producing thyroid hormones. The disease usually leads to a decrease in the production of hormones - a state of hypothyroidism.

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Hashimoto (named after the Japanese surgeon who discovered it in 1912) is the most common thyroid disease in the United States, affecting about 1% to 2% of the population, and is the most common cause of hypothyroidism (inactive thyroid).&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459262/" target="_blank" data-ref="Page not available - NCBI BookshelfTwitterFacebookLinkedInGitHubNCBI Insights BlogTwitterFacebookYoutube" rel="noopener">[ref. 1] Current</a>&nbsp; statistics of the patient organization VIOM – Association of People Who Suffer From Thyroid Diseases shows, that in Bulgaria over 600 000 Bulgarians suffer from impaired thyroid function and there are over 1 million people who suffer from Hashimoto thyroiditis. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.portalnapacienta.bg/2019/04/09/%D0%BC%D0%B0%D1%80%D0%B8%D1%8F-%D1%81%D0%B8%D0%BB%D1%8F%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B2%D1%81%D0%BA%D0%B0-%D0%B7%D0%B0%D1%81%D0%B5%D0%B3%D0%BD%D0%B0%D1%82%D0%B8%D1%82%D0%B5-%D0%BE%D1%82-%D0%B1%D0%BE%D0%BB%D0%B5/" target="_blank" data-ref="Мария Силяновска: Засегнатите от болести на щитовидната жлеза се нуждаят от достоверна и достъпна информация" rel="noopener">[ref. 2]</a>&nbsp;These numbers are not small against the background of the population and raise the question of what efforts are being made to improve the quality of life of these people and their timely diagnosis and treatment.

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When the thyroid gland is attacked by the immune system, as happens with Hashimoto's thyroids, it can no longer produce enough hormones needed by the body to function properly. Then we are talking about decreased thyroid function. Since thyroid hormones regulate metabolism, allowing the body to convert food into energy, the lack of these hormones leads to problems with energy provision. This accordingly results in a delay in other life functions of the body.

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Symptoms of Hashimoto thyroiditis 

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Many people with Hashimoto's thyroiditis live for years without any symptoms. If there are symptoms, they may be associated with one (or both) of the two main complications of Hashimoto: goiter and hypothyroidism.

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Symptoms of goiter include swelling of the thyroid gland, which can lead to a feeling of bulge in the throat. The front of the neck may look enlarged. Since the goiter can grow, it puts increased pressure on the lower part of the neck and can cause difficulty swallowing and even breathing.

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Hypothyroidism has numerous symptoms that include fatigue, weight gain, feeling cold, joint stiffness, dry skin, among other symptoms.

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Other symptoms of Hashimoto's disease, which may develop over time, include:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Constipation (bowel movement problems)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Puffy eyes/face</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Thinning hair/hair loss</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Profuse or irregular menstruation</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Difficulty getting pregnant</li></ul>

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Thyroiditis of Hashimoto - causes and risk factors 

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Like all autoimmune diseases, Hashimoto's thyroiditis is caused by a malfunction in your immune system that causes immune cells to attack healthy tissue instead of protecting it. In the case of Hashimoto, the attack by invading immune cells reduces the ability of the thyroid gland to produce enough thyroid hormone, which leads to hypothyroidism.

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Scientists still do not know exactly why the immune system sometimes turns against healthy tissues of the body not only in Hashimoto, but also in other autoimmune diseases. But they know that there are several risk factors that are known to make a person more susceptible to Hashimoto. These include:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Female</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Age between 30 and 50 years</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Family history of thyroid problems or autoimmune diseases</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Pre-existing autoimmune condition such as addison disease, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, type 1 diabetes or certain liver diseases</li></ul>

It is quite possible that even at normal levels of thyroid hormones, a person suffers from hashimoto's goiter or Thyroiditis. Therefore, with the available symptoms, it is important to proceed to diagnosis with the necessary studies of hormones, antibodies and others.&nbsp; Also, not everyone with Hashimoto's disease develops hypothyroidism. Since antibody levels corresponding to Hashimoto carry a higher risk of developing hypothyroidism, health professionals usually choose to monitor the condition and monitor for any changes in thyroid health. Fortunately, the condition can be treated and the symptoms kept under control, and hormones normalize.&nbsp;

Symptoms and causes of development of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis

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Symptoms and causes of development of Hashimoto thyroiditis

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What-is-multiple-sclerosis

What is multiple sclerosis 

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Multiple sclerosis is a disease that affects the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves that make up the central nervous system and control everything we do.&nbsp;<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28367411/" target="_blank" data-ref="Multiple Sclerosis: Pathogenesis, Symptoms, Diagnoses and Cell-Based Therapy - PubMed" rel="noopener">[ref. 1]</a>&nbsp;

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The exact cause of the development of the disease is unknown, but we know that something triggers the immune system to specifically attack the central nervous system (CNS). The resulting damage to myelina - the protective layer, isolating wire-like nerve fibers, disrupts signals to and from the brain. This interruption of communication signals causes unpredictable symptoms such as tingling, tingling, mood swings, memory problems, pain, fatigue, blindness and/or paralysis.&nbsp;

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As mentioned, the course of the disease varies from person to person, and these losses may be temporary or long-lasting. These things largely depend on the type of MS from which the individual suffers.&nbsp;

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Although there is no way to predict with certainty how the individual's disease will progress, four main courses of MS disease (also called types or phenotypes) were defined by the International Advisory Committee on Clinical Trials of MS in 2013&nbsp;<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24871874/" target="_blank" data-ref="Defining the clinical course of multiple sclerosis: the 2013 revisions - PubMed" rel="noopener">[Ref. 2]</a>&nbsp; These are:

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<ol><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Clinically isolated syndrome</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Relapse-remitting (or recurrent only)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Secondary progressive</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Primary progressive.</li></ol>

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Symptoms and causes of developing multiple sclerosis

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The cause or causes of multiple sclerosis have not been established by the scientific community. Currently, scientists believe that MS is triggered by a combination of factors.&nbsp;

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To establish the cause, studies are carried out in the following areas:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Immunology (examination of the body's immune system) - abnormal immune response;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Epidemiology (study of disease patterns in large groups of people) - predisposition of people with a certain place of residence, vitamin D deficiency, obesity, smoking;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Genetics (understanding genes that may not function properly in people who develop MS) - MS is not an inherited disease, which means it is not a disease that is passed down from generation to generation. However, in MS, there is a genetic risk that can be inherited. In the general population, the risk of developing MS is about 1 in 750 - 1000. In single-day twins, if one twin has MS, the risk of the other twin developing MS is about 1 in 4.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Infectious agents (such as viruses) - measles, human herpes virus-6, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and others.</li></ul>When we come to information about the reasons why people develop multiple sclerosis, the process of finding more effective ways to treat and – ultimately – cure will be accelerated. It is also important to look for ways of prevention, which would be the best development.

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Symptoms of MS are unpredictable and vary in type and severity from one person to another and in the same person over time. These manifestations can disappear temporarily or pass completely, or they can continue and worsen over time.

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The most common symptoms of MS include:&nbsp;

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Fatigue</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Numbness and tingling</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Blurred vision</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Double vision</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Weakness</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Poor coordination and imbalance</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Pain</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Depression and problems with memory and concentration</li></ul>

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Less often MS can cause tremor, paralysis and blindness. Various scientific sources describe the so-called "embrace of multiple sclerosis", which is often the first symptom of MS or relapse. It is a feeling of squeezing around the torso, which feels like something that wraps or tightens around it.

Diagnosing MS can be a difficult process. At an early stage of MS, symptoms may be nonspecific and suggest several disorders of the nervous system, and at a later stage also make treatment more difficult.&nbsp; Diagnostic criteria, which include MRI results and analysis of cerebrospinal fluid, have been developed and revised by experts in the field to help healthcare professionals make an accurate and timely diagnosis. It is crucial for the future and life of a person diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.

What-is-anemia

What is anemia 

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Anemia is a deficiency in the number or quality of red blood cells in the body. They carry oxygen into the body using a certain protein called hemoglobin. Anemia means that either the level of red blood cells, or the level of hemoglobin is lower than normal.&nbsp;

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When a person has anemia, his heart needs to work harder than usual to pump the necessary amount of blood and thus provide enough oxygen in the body.

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During increased physical activity or exercise, cells may not be able to carry enough oxygen to satisfy the needs of the body, and a person may get exhausted and feel unwell. Even breathlessness and rapid heartbeat when climbing stairs can be signals of probable anemia. [&nbsp;<a href="https://www.elsevier.com/books/henrys-clinical-diagnosis-and-management-by-laboratory-methods/mcpherson/978-0-323-67320-4" target="_blank" data-ref="Henry's Clinical Diagnosis and Management by Laboratory Methods - 24th EditionSearchSupportView Cart" rel="noopener">[ref. 1]</a>&nbsp;

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Symptoms of anemia 

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Depending on the severity, symptoms of anaemia may include &nbsp;<a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/nyas.14092" target="_blank" data-ref="Just a moment..." rel="noopener">[ref. 2]</a>&nbsp;

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Pale skin</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Fatigue</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Weakness</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Easy tiredness</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Breathlessness</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Drop in blood pressure when standing up from a sitting or lying position (orthostatic hypotension) – this can also happen after acute blood loss</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Common headaches</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Rapid heart beat or palpitations</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Irritability</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Concentration difficulties</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Loss of appetite</li></ul>

Types-of-anemia

Types of anemia

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Different types of anaemia include:&nbsp;<a href="https://bmjopengastro.bmj.com/content/9/1/e000759" target="_blank" data-ref="Iron deficiency anaemia: pathophysiology, assessment, practical management" rel="noopener">[ref. 3]</a>&nbsp;

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Anemia due to folate deficiency (folic acid)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Anemia due to iron deficiency</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Anemia in chronic disease</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Hemolytic anemia</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Idiopathic aplastic anemia</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Megaloblastic anemia</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Malignant anemia</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Sickle cell anemia</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Thalassemia</li></ul>

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Causes of development of anemia 

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Anemia can develop for many reasons, including:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Nutritional deficiency – lack of iron, vitamin B12 or folic acid</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Malabsorption – when the body is unable to properly absorb or use the nutrients in the diet caused by conditions such as celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease, gluten intolerance and others</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Hereditary diseases – such as thalassaemia or sickle cell anemia</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Autoimmune diseases such as autoimmune hemolytic anemia, in which immune cells attack red blood cells and reduce their life expectancy</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Diseases of the kidneys</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Chronic diseases such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and tuberculosis</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Hormonal disorders such as hypothyroidism</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Bone marrow disorders</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Blood loss – due to trauma, surgery, peptic ulcer, severe menstruation, cancer (in particular bowel cancer) or frequent blood donation</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Medicines and medications – including alcohol, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs or anticoagulants</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Mechanical destruction – mechanical heart valves can damage red blood cells, reducing their life expectancy</li></ul>

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Treatment of different types of anemia 

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After diagnosing and determining the type of anemia by blood tests, examination, gastroscopy or colonoscopy, urine tests and others, the appropriate treatment is switched. It aims to increase the number of red blood cells of a person, which increases the amount of oxygen in the blood.

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So, according to the type of anemia a person has, treatment can include:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Iron deficiency anemia: Iron supplements and dietary changes can help. The doctor should also identify and address the cause of any unusual bleeding, if any.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Vitamin deficiency anemia: Treatment may include dietary supplements and injections of vitamin B12.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Thalassemia: Treatment includes folic acid supplements, chelated forms of iron and, for some people, blood transfusion and bone marrow transplantation.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Anemia due to a chronic disease: treatment is directed first to the management of the underlying disease.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Aplastic anemia: Treatment of aplastic anemia involves blood transfusion or bone marrow transplantation.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Sickle cell anemia: Doctors treat this type of anemia with oxygen therapy, pain relief drugs and intravenous infusions. They can also prescribe antibiotics, folic acid supplements and other means.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Hemolytic anemia: The treatment plan may include immunosuppressants, infection treatment and plasmapheresis, which filters the blood.</li></ul>

For example, if anemia is caused by dietary deficiencies, correcting the cause and using appropriate supplements for several weeks or months will resolve the condition. Relapses may occur, so changes in diet and longer intake of supplements may be necessary. In other cases, anemia can be permanent and lifelong treatment is necessary. Specialist hematologist will give the most complete and up-to-date information about this type of health problems.

Anemia: Symptoms, Types, Causes and Dagnostics

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What-is-Crohn's-disease

What is Crohn's disease

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Crohn's disease is a chronic or long-term condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract. It is an autoimmune mediated inflammatory condition, that is, induced by autoimmune in the body. Therefore, the reasons should be sought in the activity of the thyroid gland, adrenal glands, hormonal values, and in general - to analyze the endocrine, digestive, immune, nervous systems.

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Symptoms of Crohn's disease vary depending on which part of the intestine affects the condition. These often include pain syndrome, bowel ulcers, diarrhea, fatigue and exhaustion, weight loss and anemia, brain fog and others. With exacerbation of the condition, arthritis, skin disorders, inflammation of the liver and others may be triggered.

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After extensive diagnosis and confirmation of the disease follow guidelines for nutrition and medications. Alternative medicine funds may be added to them to support therapy.

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Recommended herbs and supplements for Crohn's disease

Boswellia

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One natural remedy that has been studied to relieve digestive disorders is Boswellia serrata&nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/15122" target="_blank" data-ref="Boswellia serrata" rel="noopener">[ref. 1]</a>&nbsp; Boswellia supplements are extracted from trees that produce sweet-looking resin rich in carbohydrates, essential oils and boswellic acid. Acid in resin is the active ingredient. It is believed to act as an anti-inflammatory agent.

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A recent study found that 14 out of 20 people with Crohn's disease who received Boswellia supplements achieved remission. However, this study is far from sufficient to offer definitive conclusions about the action of boswellia.&nbsp;

Turmeric

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Turmeric is a spice that is a relative of ginger. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/14445" target="_blank" data-ref="Curcuma" rel="noopener">[Ref. 2]</a>&nbsp; Studies covering the past two decades have suggested that curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, has several healing properties that may be beneficial for people with Crohn's disease. We are talking about anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antiamiloid properties and antiarticular properties.

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In addition, turmeric has antioxidant properties and is an antimicrobial agent. Therefore, it can help to fight infections in people with <a href="http://www.eurekaselect.com/article/54792" target="_blank" data-ref="Curcumin: A Boon to Colonic Diseases" rel="noopener">Crohn's disease</a>.&nbsp;[ref. 3]&nbsp;

Green-tea

Green tea

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Camellia Sinensis tea is a popular drink worldwide. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/14489" target="_blank" data-ref="Camellia sinensis" rel="noopener">[ref. 4]</a>&nbsp;Rich in antioxidants and polyphenols, green tea has become known as a means of supporting digestion and weight loss. However, more in-depth research is needed for its effects on the intestines and colon.

N-Acetylglucosamine

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N-acetylglucosamine is a supplement that is most often extracted from mussels. In some tests it is associated with success in the treatment of autoimmune diseases. N-acetylglucosamine can stop the activity of cells that cause inflammation.

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In one study it became clear that supplements with N-acetylglucosamine reduce colon inflammation in children with Crohn's disease without negative side effects. &nbsp;<a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/resolve/doi?DOI=10.1046/j.1365-2036.2000.00883.x" target="_blank" data-ref="Just a moment..." rel="noopener">[Ref. 5]</a>&nbsp;

Vitamin-D

Vitamin D

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Recent studies have shown that vitamin D may be useful in the treatment of Crohn's disease. In them very often this vitamin is in short supply. By including sources of vitamin D, people with Crohn's disease can control symptoms and improve immune system health.&nbsp;

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This is the solar vitamin, so sun exposure is one source. Foods such as fish, seafood, eggs and others are dietary sources. Additionally, supplements with cholecalciferol (vitamin D3)- an active form of vitamin D can be taken.

Since Crohn's disease develops with a compromised immune system and activation of autoimmunity, it should be carefully evaluated what herbs and supplements to take. This must necessarily be done by medical discretion and in view of the state of play, possible other diseases and other factors.&nbsp;

Crohn's disease: Recommended Herbs and Dietary Supplements

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What-is-Тhyme-(Thymus)

What is Тhyme (Thymus)

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Thymus [&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/14334" target="_blank" data-ref="Thymus" rel="noopener">ref. 1] is</a> an herb whose small leaves grow in groups of thin stems. It is used to season any dishes, alone or as part of a mixture or bouquet of spices such as rosemary, sage and majorana. Suitable for any diet and very rarely considered an allergen, thyme can be consumed by anyone who wants to cook with fresh herbs and enjoy a fragrant dish. Thymus Vulgaris &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/14543" target="_blank" data-ref="Thymus vulgaris" rel="noopener">[ref. 2]</a>&nbsp; and lemon (citrus) thyme &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/21315" target="_blank" data-ref="Thymus citriodorus" rel="noopener">[ref. 3]</a>&nbsp;are the varieties most commonly used in culinary.

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Health benefits provided by thyme 

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Thanks to its distinctive taste, thyme remains a major spice in the culinary to this day. But thyme can also boast a host of useful healing properties, which we will consider in the next row.

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Thyme for acne 

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If you are tired of buying and trying medicines, creams, lotions and other acne products, thyme can help you. It is known for its antibacterial properties and can be used as an ingredient to combat acne.

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When thyme is soaked in alcohol for days or weeks, it turns into a solution known as tincture. A small study has found that thyme essential oil has antibacterial activity against P. acnes, the bacteria believed to cause acne. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/15/5/3200" target="_blank" data-ref="Activities of Ten Essential Oils towards Propionibacterium acnes and PC-3, A-549 and MCF-7 Cancer Cells" rel="noopener">[Ref. 4]</a>&nbsp;

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Thyme for high blood pressure 

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Thymus linearis Benth. is a type of thyme found in Pakistan and Afghanistan. A 2014 study found that the extract was able to significantly reduce heart rate in rats with high blood pressure. He also managed to lower their cholesterol levels. &nbsp;<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25272894/" target="_blank" data-ref="Pharmacological evaluation of antihypertensive effect of aerial parts of Thymus linearis benth - PubMed" rel="noopener">[ref. 5]</a>&nbsp; However, it is necessary to do human studies to confirm these effects.&nbsp;

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Thyme for fighting cough

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Thyme essential oil, which is obtained from its leaves, is often used as a natural remedy for coughing. In an earlier study from 2006, a combination of thyme leaves and ivy helped relieve coughing and other symptoms of acute bronchitis.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thieme-connect.de/products/ejournals/abstract/10.1055/s-0031-1296767" target="_blank" data-ref="Thieme E-Journals - Arzneimittelforschung / Abstract" rel="noopener">[ref. 6]</a>&nbsp;

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A more recent animal study from 2018 found a combination of thyme and primrose extracts to reduce inflammation and the formation of micus. &nbsp;<a href="https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S1094553918300609" target="_blank" data-ref="Redirecting" rel="noopener">[Ref. 7]</a>&nbsp;

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Thyme for strong immunity 

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Thyme is full of beneficial nutrients, so it can contribute to some extent to ensuring the optimal daily amounts of:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Vitamin A</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Vitamin C</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Copper</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Fiber</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Iron</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Manganese</li></ul>

Thyme is rich in plant phenols such as thymol and carvacol, which have a powerful antispasmodic effect. In addition, it contributes to counteracting acne, cough and high blood pressure. It suits dishes with potatoes, meat and can be combined with spices such as oregano, rosemary and others. Expect the sequel with the other impressive benefits of this aromatic spice.

12 Health Benefits of Thyme - Part 1

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Why prune juice

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Prune juice is made from prunes, which contain a large number of nutrients with proven health benefits. <a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/15465" target="_blank" data-ref="Prunus domestica" rel="noopener">[ref. 1]</a>&nbsp;Prunes are a good source of energy and do not cause rapid rise in blood sugar levels.

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Prunes have a high sugar content, allowing them to be dried without fermentation. They are also high in fiber, which can help you regulate intestinal function and bladder, as well as keep appetite under control.

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Health benefits of prune juice 

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Promotes digestion naturally 

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Prunes are high in fiber, which helps prevent hemorrhoids caused by constipation. Chronic constipation is a common problem in older people and can also be a painful problem for infants. Prune juice acts laxative thanks to the high content of sorbitol.&nbsp;

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And why do we sometimes suffer from constipation? Constipation is a condition that affects the gastrointestinal system and leads to difficulty moving the intestines. Peristalsis is different in every person, but if you have not bowel movements for two or three days, you may have constipation. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/10/3386" target="_blank" data-ref="Chronic Constipation: Is a Nutritional Approach Reasonable?" rel="noopener">[ref. 2]</a>&nbsp; This may be due to a lack of fiber and water, which help to form waste materials and remove them from the body.

Prunes can help you manage your weight, blood pressure, digestion and prevent constipation. Just remember that more juice is not advisable to take.&nbsp; Providing more fiber doesn't always help stimulate bowel movement. Extra fiber can make you feel worse if you are dehydrated, so you need to drink plenty of water daily. It is important to stick to the indicated amount of juice according to age or six prunes whole fruit daily.