Diet & Nutrition
Ulcerative Colitis: Olive Oil Can Help
A European study that followed 25,000 people found that oleic acid in olive oil may reduce the risk of UC by 90%. The numbers are hard to ignore.
Read more →Every article is grounded in published research and written to help you understand what's happening in your body — so you can ask better questions and make more informed decisions about your health.
A European study that followed 25,000 people found that oleic acid in olive oil may reduce the risk of UC by 90%. The numbers are hard to ignore.
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Read more →The information on this website is educational and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your doctor or gastroenterologist before making changes to your treatment. First Aid for Your Gut does not provide medical diagnoses or treatment plans.