Natural and Nutritional Therapies for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) When people first hear about IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), some tend to laugh at the name. Unfortunately, there is nothing funny about IBS! IBS is the most common digestive disorder seen by physicians. Twice as many women suffer from the condition as men. The symptoms include abdominal pain, anorexia, bloating, constipation and/or diarrhoea (often alternating), gas, intolerances to certain foods, mucus in the stools, and nausea. Most often the pain is felt after eating and sometimes severe headaches can accompany this condition. Fortunately, there are natural ways to soothe the symptoms of IBS. Here are some of the natural and nutritional remedies we recommend. ~ Alfalfa contains vitamin K which is needed to build intestinal flora for proper digestion. It also has chlorophyll for healing and cleaning the blood stream. ~ Aloe Vera juice is very healing to the digestive tract. It helps to keep the colon walls clean of excess mucus and slows down food reactions. ~ Peppermint aids in healing and digestion. Invest in a good peppermint tea to drink when your symptoms appear. ~ Some herbs that are beneficial for IBS include chamomile, fenugreek, ginger, goldenseal, rosehips, and lobelia. ~ Eat a diet that is high in fibre. Be sure to include lots of fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. ~ Avoid animal fats, butter, and all carbonated beverages. Also avoid coffee, candy, chocolate, dairy products, fried foods, ice cream, and junk foods. Spicy foods and sugar also do not mix well with IBS. ~ Limit your consumption of gas producing foods such as beans, broccoli, and cabbage. ~ Chew your food well. Never eat in a hurry. ~ Do not eat right before going to bed. Wait a few hours before lying down. ~ Practice deep-breathing exercises. ~ Invest in a good probiotic supplement to increase the healthy bacteria flora in your intestines. ~ Make sure that you are always drinking lots of good, clean water! Share, let others know.
Posted on: Mon, 29 Jul 2013 08:56:24 +0000
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