a number of dietary supplements are being studied for their potential beneficial effects in people with ulcerative colitis. omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil reduced symptoms and prevented the recurrence of uc in at least one study. other studies however have not had the same results. probiotics are "good" bacteria or other microorganisms that can be beneficial to your health. in several studies they have been seen to reduce ulcerative colitis symptoms. the thinking is that probiotics like lactobacillus or live-culture yogurt help to restore balance to the good bacteria that live inside the intestines. a few studies have noted the therapeutic effect of aloe vera taken in the form of an oral gel. more research is needed to verify and identify its benefits. also the spice turmeric may help people with ulcerative colitis stay in remission. one study found that people who took turmeric were less likely than others to relapse. other supplements are also being studied to see if they can be effectively used to manage ulcerative colitis. your doctor can help you find out more about the studies.
what supplements are being studied that might help people with ulcerative colitis?