Herbal Remedies For IBS
Posted on Apr 11, 2009 under dried flowers | 12 Comments
The right support group can not only help you cope with IBS, it can also provide you with plenty of information about the condition, as well as open your mind to alternative treatments you may not have considered. For instance, many IBS sufferers find that herbal remedies help them manage their symptoms.
The roots, stems, leaves, flowers and berries of plants have been used for centuries for medicinal purposes in order to treat, relieve and prevent a number of illnesses. Of course, different herbs are used to treat different ailments. As far as herbal remedies for IBS is concerned, the following are the herbs that are most effective in alleviating symptoms.
Peppermint
Peppermint is an effective IBS treatment because mint calms the muscles in the stomach, intestines and uterus and increases gastric juice production. Mint also acts as an effective pain killer as it helps to block pain signals to the brain and numbs the digestive tract. In addition, mint is anti-bacterial and helps relieve indigestion, gastrointestinal cramps, gas, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Peppermint can be taken in the form of tea. Peppermint is also available in enteric-coated peppermint oil capsules.
Peppermint should be taken before meals to prevent symptoms.
Fennel
Fennel is highly effective at relieving and preventing bloating, gas, indigestion and stomachaches. Fennel encourages gastric juice production and has anti-spasmodic, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic and antibacterial properties.
Fennel is light green-brown seeds and can be taken in the form of tea. You can also chew fennel seeds. Fennel can be taken daily, and making it apart of you daily diet will help prevent gas and bloating from occurring.
Ginger
Ginger relieves many gastrointestinal problems including indigestion and severe cramps and nausea. It aids in digestion, improves intestinal muscle quality, and has some anti-inflammatory properties.
Ginger is available in fresh and dried gingerroot, both of which are highly effective for treating IBS symptoms. Ginger is usually taken in the form of tea.
Chamomile
Chamomile is effective at alleviating gastrointestinal spasms and tension. It can also be useful at relieving indigestion and gas. Chamomile is also known for its sedative properties and has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-peptic properties.
Chamomile is a flower and it is usually taken in the form of tea. Chamomile is best taken at night before bed due to its natural sedative properties.
Note: Chamomile is a type of daisy, therefore, if you are allergic to daisies (ragweed included) you shouldn’t use chamomile.
Caraway
Caraway is anti-microbal and has anti-spasmodic effects. It encourages gastric juice production, sooths the muscles in the digestive tract and helps relieve gas.
Caraway is a dried seed and is usually taken in the form of tea, or can be chewed hole.
Anise
Anise is anti-spasmodic and an anti-fungal that helps to settle the stomach and aids and regulates digestion which helps to relieve and prevent chronic diarrhea and constipation. It also helps to stimulate the production of gastric juices, and relieves nausea, gas, bloating, and cramps.
Anise comes in the form of small, black, seeds. It is often taken in the form of tea, but seeds can be chewed.
Oregano
Oregano is an anti-spasmodic that stimulates gastric juice production and reduces and alleviates bloating, gas, stomach cramps and diarrhea. It is an effective muscle relaxant.
Oregano is plant leaves that are either fresh or dried and brewed in a tea. Oregano is also available in enteric coated oregano oil capsules.
All of the above herbs mentioned are considered safe and can be taken daily without the risk of short-term or long-term side effects. That being said, you should talk to an herb specialist about the herbs you are interested in before taking them, as well as your heath care provider.
Most herbs can be found at food and holistic stores.
Susan Reynolds
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April 11th, 2009 at 3:01 pm
herbal remedies?
my horse has had a bucking problem the vet said theres nothing wrong he may be stressed he also said he had to see the dentist but he also said try herbal remedies and i need to know some names for herbal calmers!
fankyou
xox
April 11th, 2009 at 8:03 pm
go to http://www.naturalcures.com
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April 11th, 2009 at 8:05 pm
You should not drug naturally or chemically a horse because you can not control it's behavior. I suggest some training instead of calmers.
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April 11th, 2009 at 8:07 pm
I had a horse that was naturally high strung. He liked to buck. I took to lunging him for about 30 min or so to get some energy out of him before every ride. Try a little extra excercise first to burn off the excess energy before you resort to herbal soultiuons (which may not even work!). Take a look at what may cause it. The cantle of the saddle could be tight on this withers and cause him pain. A wrinkled saddle blanket will do the same. A girth that pinches could do it too. Take a look at these factors, all of wich could cause him to buck (I've run into all these situations before, and each time the horse threw a bucking fit!). Obviously he has a clean bill of health from your vet (And I'm assuming your farrier too). I hope you find the cause!
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Working with horses for 25 years. Trained a few as well.
April 11th, 2009 at 8:09 pm
Herbal remedies do NOT cure horses with discomfort, diet, or training issues.
Cut all the sugar out of his diet. No grain at all or only really high fat grain ( 12-20% fat range) in small amounts.
Have teeth done. Dental pain can cause bucking and acting up.
To rule things out, I'd try a different saddle on him and a different rider. He may be (1) trying to scare a timid rider with the bucking (2) in pain from the saddle at a cantering speed (especially spine clearance) (3) being ridden so rougly or in a confusing way; he can't go forward and can't slow down so his only way to go is UP
It could be a training issue. I know of a little pony who learned if she bucked or reared, the rider would always get off of her. Send a horse like that to a confident, consistent trainer with a good riding style.
Good luck!
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http://www.equihab.com
April 11th, 2009 at 8:11 pm
I'm stunned that a vet said 'try herbal remedies'. Is your vet a qualified herbalist? The vet also acts as the horses dentist. Thats urgent. Teeth can cause sudden sharp pain.
Cut out oats if you're feeding those, and cut right back on sugar beet.
Get his teeth seen to, get his saddle checked by a saddler to make sure it fits, and then see a trainer.
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April 11th, 2009 at 8:13 pm
Valerian root is used to take the edge off of horses, but it is illegal for showing. He could also have a vitamin deficiency, we had a horse at the barn with this and the vet gave us a supplement for her with B vitamins and some amino acids, but right now I can't remember the name of it. Make sure you don't use KavaKava, it's toxic to their liver. Here are some products you can try and see what works best: http://www.statelinetack.com/global/search/search_results.jsp?In=Health&N=2033243&Ne=2
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April 11th, 2009 at 8:15 pm
Dodson & Horrell, Wendell Herbs, loads more I can't think of right now.
Have you had his saddle checked out? It may be pinching him.
Perhaps you could get an equine massuer to check him out. He may have insufficient muscle tone for the work you're asking him to do.
If you think it may be related to his teeth, you could try riding him bitless. I use a Dr Cook's bitless bridle and my mare is a reformed character since I put her in it. No more misbehaving and I have brakes.
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April 11th, 2009 at 8:17 pm
Tend to agree with dark horse maybe back problems that the vets not picking up,only happens when you ride.
Have you lunged him both ways to see if he has problems sometimes this will pick up a fault in the muscles.
So many things to try you will find it in the end good luck
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April 11th, 2009 at 8:19 pm
Herbals got no side effects. Go for it.
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April 11th, 2009 at 8:21 pm
are there herbal dentists???
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April 11th, 2009 at 8:23 pm
is this a recent problem? Try finding a good horse chiropractor as they can often pick up problem your vet may not realise. I had this problem with a horse of mine and the chirpractor diagnosed and fixed him. This horse was is full endurance training and then went on to complete and finish the Tom Quilty Gold Cup 160km endurance ride. Make sure the saddle and all gear is fitting correctly. Your saddle can wear over a periond of time and may need restuffing etc.
cheers
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