Colitis
The colon is the part of the digestive system where waste material is stored. The inflammation of colon leads to the disease known as Colitis. Colitis is also referred to as Ulcerative colitis. This usually affects the large intestine. This can happen at any age but it usually starts between the ages of 15 and 30. It can affect men and women both and can be hereditary too. In the initial stage it is difficult to diagnosis this disease. The common symptoms for this disease are pain in the abdominal, anemia, weight loss, loss of appetite, joint pain. The other symptoms are bloating sensation, constipation and insomnia. The stress and the intake of heavy antibiotics are the main cause of this disease. As diet plays a very important role in the treatment of colitis care should be taken to include them.

The following home remedies are helpful in treating Colitis problem

• Bananna should be taken regularly as their laxative effect helps in the healing process. Steamed apple also helps in colitis problem.

• A glass of buttermilk is another effective remedy for colitis. Eating drumstick has also helped the people.

• Rice has a very low fiber content and is extremely helpful in treating this problem.

• Papaya juice, raw cabbage juice and carrot juice are beneficial and should be included in ones diet.