Inflammatory bowel disease refers to two chronic diseases that cause inflammation of the intestines: Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's disease. Although the diseases have some features in common, there are some important differences. Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory disease of the large intestine, also called the colon. In ulcerative colitis, the inner lining - or mucosa - of the intestine becomes inflamed and develops ulcers. Ulcerative colitis is often the most severe in the rectal area, which can cause frequent diarrhoea. Mucus and blood often appear in the stool (feces) if the lining of the colon is damaged.

Crohn's disease differs from ulcerative colitis in the areas of the bowel it involves - it most commonly affects the last part of the small intestine and parts of the large intestine. However, Crohn's disease isn't limited to these areas and can attack any part of the digestive tract. Crohn's disease causes inflammation that extends much deeper into the layers of the intestinal wall than ulcerative colitis does. Crohn's disease generally tends to involve the entire bowel wall, whereas ulcerative colitis affects only the lining of the bowel.

ULCOBLISS is a completely herbal formulation which promotes total intestinal health and effectively reduces inflammation in the intestine. It helps stop the repeated episodes of diarrhea and abdominal cramps. It promotes healing of ulcer and helps strengthen intestinal immunity.

Suggested Dosage and Duration: 1-2 tablet two times a day after meals with water for minimum of 6-8 months. In case of repeated episodes of diarrhea and more pronounced abdominal cramps take 2 tablets three times a day for 3-4 weeks and then maintain regular dose of 1-2 tablet thereafter.

Dietary and Lifestyle Advice: You have to be vigilant about what foods are harmful for you. Generally limit dairy products and avoid highly seasoned foods and foods high in indigestible fiber. Eat smaller and frequent meals and low fat diet. Getting enough rest, regular exercise and reducing stress also improve symptoms.

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Ingredients:

1. Boswellia serrata (Indian Frankincense Tree) Shallaki

2. Glycyrrhiza glabra (Licorice) Mulethi

3. Cyperus rotundus (Nut grass) Nagarmotha

4. Aegle marmelos (Bael) Bilva

5. Curcuma longa (Turmeric) Haldi

6. Mesua ferrea (Nagkesar)

7. Althaea officinalis (Marsh mallow) Gulkhairo

8. Salmalia malabarica (Mochras)

Boswellia serrata (Indian Frankincense Tree) Shallaki:

In ancient Ayurveda text boswellia was used for joint disorder & Raktaja Atisar (blood mixed diarrhea). Pharmacological studies have found that extract from the gum resin of Boswellia serrata (Indian olibanum, a relative of frankincense) possesses anti-inflammatory properties. In particular, the boswellic acids which is the active principle in Boswellia serrata, inhibit the enzyme 5-lipoxygenase which is responsible for the production of leukotrienes.

Since the inflammatory process in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is associated with increased function of leukotrienes, the benefits of Boswellia in the treatment of both chronic colitis (ulcerative colitis) and Crohn's disease have shown positive result. It also directly inhibits intestinal motility with a mechanism involving L-type Ca²⁺ channels.  The extract of Boswellia serrata prevents diarrhea and normalizes intestinal motility in pathophysiological state. These results could explain, at least in part, the clinical efficacy of this Ayurvedic remedy in reducing diarrhoea in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Read more...

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Glycyrrhiza glabra (Licorice) Mulethi:

Licorice is a sweet and soothing herb that has been appreciated for its medicinal qualities for thousands of years. Licorice has been used in the healing of ulcer and in irritable condition of mucous membrane. The demulcent actions of the root extract coats and soothes the ulcerated tissue in crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Licorice has also got immunomodulatory and adaptogenic property, which is required in inflammatory bowel diseases. Read more...

Cyperus rotundus (Nut grass) Nagarmotha:

Nagarmotha has very good digestive and carminative properties. Nagarmotha essential oil is an effective killer of intestinal worms, a diuretic and anti-pyretic medicine. Ancient Ayurvedic texts have also described Nagarmotha as an anti-inflammatory medicine, a general and nervine tonic. It is good for diarrhea, intestinal bleeding, dysentery, specific and non-specific colitis. Read more...

Aegle marmelos (Bael) Bilva:

The various parts of the bael plant are used in Ayurveda and Unani medicine for treatment of a variety of diseases, including treatment of diarrhea, dysentery and dyspeptic symptoms. It contains tannin and mucilaginous substances which have been clinically proven to help patients suffering from diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome. Marmelosin, isolated from the bael plant, has been reported to have anti-helminthic and anti-bacterial activity. Further gastroenterological interest in bael comes from the finding that oral administration of luvangetin, a pyranocoumarin isolated from the seeds of Aegle marmelos, protected against multiple models of gastro-intestinal tract ulceration. Read more...

Curcuma longa (Turmeric) Haldi:

The active ingredient of turmeric reduces the production of an inflammatory chemical called NF-kappaB. This chemical is involved in a variety of inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, dementia and bowel disease. The scientists discovered that turmeric is able to reduce inflammation in the lining of the bowel and improve overall bowel health. Inflammation is not the only change that takes place in the bowel during an Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) attack. The small muscles around the bowel can also become irritated and cause muscle cramps, which is manifested by the sensation of needing to get to a toilet straight away.

Turmeric significantly blocks these abnormal muscle cramps and relaxes the bowel muscles, so helping to improve the movements of the smooth muscle within the bowel. Turmeric is able to block the chemical histamine, which can also cause the small muscles of the bowel to contract abnormally. This dual action of Turmeric's i.e ability to reduce bowel inflammation as well as in controlling abnormal muscle contractions in the bowel, translates into less frequent and less severe IBS attacks. In particular, as the functioning of the bowel becomes more normal following treatment with turmeric, less gas is produced inside the bowel, and fewer cramps and bouts of diarrhoea result. Read more...

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Mesua ferrea (Nagkesar):

Nagkesar has antibacterial, antifungal and anti-helminthic properties and shows excellent anti-inflammatory and styptic activity. The dried flowers are used for bleeding hemorrhoids and dysentery with mucus while the fresh flowers are useful for excessive thirst, excessive perspiration and indigestion. It is considered to be very useful in Vata and Pitta disorders. The stamen is useful for controlling bleeding in various gastro-intestinal problems. Read more...

Althaea officinalis (Marsh mallow) Gulkhairo:

Marshmallow root has a high protein and mucilage-carbohydrate content which the body can use to manufacture the necessary materials for new tissue production. Marshmallow also has mucilaginous (adhesive) properties enabling it to surround and expel foreign and toxic matter, having a soothing effect on the inflamed mucosal membrane tissue. Marshmallow has been found to relieve irritation and inflammation of the mucous membranes of the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts and to help normalize mucous secretions. Read more...

Salmalia malabarica (Mochras):

Mochras possesses tannins and non-tannins like lupeol, ß-sitosterol and its D-glucoside. It is used as a demulcent and tonic. The gum is credited with astringent, tonic, and demulcent properties and is used for dysentery, bleeding disorders. Read more...

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