Peppermint Capsules for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?!
Question:
Peppermint Capsules for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
I have IBS and I read an article about people using natural Peppermint Capsules as a treatment option! Has anyone used this? And if so, does it really work?
Answers:
Hi there,
peppermint is known as having a calming effect on the stomach and gut lining and may give some comfort to the irritation that you are experiencing, this alone will not alleviate your problem.
Some of the causes of IBS are - stress, anxiety, GUT immune dysfunction, lactose or gluten sensitivity (e.g. you could try cutting out dairy or wheat) and lack of fibre.
Some of the treatments are taking a good probiotic, a good B Vitamin complex and try a powdered form of magnesium.
Avoid excessive caffeine, fat, sugars and alcohol. Also drink plenty of water.
peppermint may help with any immediate discomfort!