Aquamin® as an Adjuvant Intervention for Ulcerative Colitis

Aquamin®, a Multi-mineral Natural Product From Red Marine Algae, as an Adjuvant Intervention for Mild Ulcerative Colitis and Ulcerative Colitis in Remission

The purpose of this study is to determine if Aquamin® works as a potential treatment to improve symptoms and if it will induce remission in patients with mild Ulcerative Colitis and extend remission in Ulcerative Colitis in remission.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Ulcerative colitis with confirmed diagnosis by histology and endoscopy AND in stable remission for 3 months or more without therapy or with maintenance therapy (except steroids and antibiotics for 3 months) OR having a mild disease.
• A negative pregnancy test

Exclusion Criteria:

• No history or diagnosis of any of the following conditions: Crohn's disease, bleeding disorders, gastrointestinal or colonic malignancy, Kidney disease, including kidney "stones" or hypercalcemia, Coagulopathy/hereditary hemorrhagic disorders/ or receiving therapeutic doses of Coumadin or heparin.
• Ingested certain medications (Calcium, Vitamin D, fiber supplements and Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs - NSAIDs) within 30 days of study start.