IBS Symptoms- Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symtoms and natural treatments.
Here are some alternative treatments for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Be sure to check with a health care professional for proper diagnosis and to determine the treatment that's right for you.
Peppermint oil (Mentha piperita) - Abdominal pain, the most
frequent and disabling symptom of IBS, improves when the intestinal smooth
muscles are relaxed. Peppermint oil can reduce abdominal pain and distension of
IBS, possibly by blocking the influx of calcium into muscle cells and
inhibiting excess contraction of intestinal smooth muscles. It is a
carminative, which means it helps eliminate intestinal gas. Peppermint oil should only be used in enteric-coated
capsules to ensure that it reaches the intestines intact, otherwise, the oil
can relax the lower esophageal sphincter and cause heartburn.
Fennel seed (Foeniculum vulgare) - Fennel is another herb
that is used to relieve spasm of the gastrointestinal tract, feelings of
fullness, and flatulence. In Germany,
fennel seed is licensed as a standard medical tea for dyspepsia.
Gamma-oryzanol - Gamma-oryzanol is a natural substance
isolated from rice bran oil. Studies have shown that it protects the mucus
lining of the gastrointestinal tract by regulating nervous system control and
exerts anti-oxidant activity. Clinically, gamma-oryzanol has been found to be
effective in a broad range of gastrointestinal complaints, including irritable
bowel.
Magnesium is a mineral that has been used widely for
treating abdominal cramps and constipation. It is obtained naturally from the
diet, and is required for many metabolic activities in the body. Absorption of
magnesium is reduced by high intake of calcium, alcohol, surgery, diuretics,
liver or kidney disease, and oral contraceptive use. Fatigue, fibromyalgia, migraine, premenstrual syndrome, and
dysmenorrhea are conditions associated with magnesium deficiency.
Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) also acts as a gentle
laxative. It is useful for chronic constipation, damage to the colon wall from
laxative abuse, irritable colon, and to soothe gastrointestinal inflammation.
Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale) is licensed in Germany as a standard medicinal tea
to treat distension, flatulence, dyspepsia, lack of appetite, and other
digestive complaints.
About IBS symptoms-irritable bowel syndrome symtoms
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Funny Doctor jokes
A mechanic was removing a motor from a Harley when a world
famous surgeon walked into the shop. The mechanic yelled across the floor to the
doctor, "Hey Doc, can I ask you something?"
The surgeon was a bit
surprised but he walked over to the mechanic. The mechanic straightened himself
up and wiped his hands with a rag and said, "Look at this engine doc, I can also
open hearts, take out valves, fix 'em, put 'em back in and when I'm done they'll
work just like new. So how come you get the big bucks when I barely have enough
to get by?"
The doctor leaned in close to the young mechanic and
whispered, "Try doing it with the engine running."
* * *
A man was brought to Mercy Hospital, and taken quickly in for coronary surgery.
The operation went well and, as the groggy man regained consciousness, he was
reassured by a Sister of Mercy, who was waiting by his bed.
"Mr. Smith,
you're going to be just fine," said the nun, gently patting his hand. "We do
need to know, however, how you intend to pay for your stay here. Are you covered
by insurance?"
"No, I'm not," the man whispered hoarsely.
"Can you
pay in cash?" persisted the nun.
"I'm afraid I cannot,
Sister."
"Well, do you have any close relatives?" the nun
essayed.
"Just my sister in New Mexico," he volunteered. "But she's a
humble spinster nun."
"Oh, I must correct you, Mr. Smith. Nuns are not
'spinsters'; they are married to God."
"Wonderful," said Smith. "In that
case, please send the bill to my brother-in-law."
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