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Is There A Herbal Treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
A herbal treatment for irritable bowel syndrome can be incorporated and included in most of the treatment plans prescribed by a doctor. However, it is always worth checking with a medical professional to ensure that any herbal options chosen do not interact with current prescriptions and you are aware of any side effects.
The methods described in the article are age tested and have been shown to be beneficial for many sufferers of IBS. However, each person is different and what has helped one person with IBS may not help you.
To use these remedies you probably won’t have to search further than your kitchen or the shelves at the grocery or local health store.
The first step to overcoming IBS is to have a “healthy” diet. Although some of the specifics about the diet may be different from person to person, in most cases a diet high in fiber like oat bran, which is mild and colon friendly is beneficial. It helps to bind, soften and bulk the stool, and can help with constipation and diarrhea.
Start with small proportions of oatmeal and increase over time.
Consume vegetables like carrots and lettuce but avoid having cauliflower, broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables as they can increase gas production.
Trying fruits like pears, which are rich in nutrients and high in fiber. They are also a light food that means that they are not hard to digest, so also make an ideal snack.
Live yoghurt can be an excellent source of active bacteria. This bacteria, often referred to as friendly bacteria or probiotics, can help restore and maintain a healthy gut flora, a deficit of which is believed to be one of the symptoms of IBS.
For better results, you can mix half a teaspoon of psyllium husk (easily available in any medical stores) with the yogurt and consume about an hour after your meals.
Drink plenty of liquids. Water helps with dehydration and diarrhea. It is recommended that people suffering from IBS should consume plenty of fresh, pure water, sipping small amounts so as not to dilute the stomach acids. Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water or more if diarrhea symptoms are bad.
And while you are in the kitchen, have a look at your spice rack. It has certain ingredients that not only help add taste to your food, but also can help ease IBS symptoms and improve digestion. Some of the ones that may prove helpful include fennel seeds and flaxseeds that help in elimination of the fats in the digestive system.
As those with IBS know, if not treated properly it can prevent you from leading a normal life. Impacting on a person both physically and psychologically.
Remember the golden rule that prevention is better than cure, and being aware of the triggers for your IBS is important.
The above list of natural and herbal treatment for irritable bowel syndrome suggested is not exhaustive, in fact there are many more that have shown promise in relieving IBS symptoms. Various herbs and ayurvedic medicines like trifala and amla have been used for centuries, but before you test or try any herbal treatments it is best to consult with your doctor.
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