Crohn’s disease new banana drug
Main Category: Public HealthArticle Date: 14 Apr 2004 - 0:00 PDT
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A new drug made from a type of banana might treat people who have Crohn's disease.
According to research carried out at Liverpool University, UK, medical food containing a fibre (USA spelling 'fiber') found in fruit blocks the inflammation in the lining of the intestines.
People with Crohn's disease endure terrible inflammation of the lining of the interstines.
Scientists are now trying to turn the compound into a powdered drink that patients can use to control their symptoms.
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crohns in south africa
posted by CATHY on 12 May 2004 at 8:26 amI would like to know where information on Crohn's can be found in South Africa & are tests being done. Will the "banana cure" be available in South Africa?
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