For people with ulcerative colitis, the simple question of "what's for dinner?" doesn't always seem like such a straight-forward proposition. Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease ...

Your diet doesn't cause ulcerative colitis -- but it can worsen its symptoms. While researchers don't know what causes ulcerative colitis, there's no mystery about how bad its symptoms are. People ...

Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in which the immune system is thought to attack the gut lining, failing to recognise it as part of the body. A focused ulcerative ...

If you live with ulcerative colitis, choosing and preparing the right vegetables can make a big difference in how your gut ...

Not all foods are equally nourishing. Answer these questions to find out whether your diet is helping the condition or possibly making it worse. If you have ulcerative colitis (UC), you may not be ...

Fatty fish, lean protein, soluble fiber and softened foods may support gut health in people with ulcerative colitis. Ulcerative colitis requires a personalized approach—there’s no one-size-fits-all ...

If you have ulcerative colitis, vegetables that contain soluble fiber may be easier on your gut than vegetables packed with ...

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a long-term disease, but it's possible to take charge of it and live well. Your doctor will work with you to find a treatment that controls your symptoms and helps keep them ...

This transcript has been edited for clarity. For more episodes, download the Medscape app or subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast provider. Linda A. Feagins, ...

How Common Is UC in Children? Ulcerative colitis is relatively rare in younger kids, though it’s a little more common in teens. Symptoms in children are often worse than in adults. The younger your ...