Herbs have long been used by nations worldwide, owing to their healing and remedial properties. Their extensive usage in the manufacture of various products speaks volumes of their ability to restore the body’s health and vigor while providing minimum side effects. Nowadays, millions of people are including herbs as an essential part of their dietary habits, be it in the form of aromatic garnishes to add flavors or in the form of dietary supplements.
While most herbal remedies and treatments suit majority of individuals, it is still recommended that you consult your doctor before in-taking of the herbal supplements. Individuals suffering from heart problems and diabetes should be extremely cautious before consuming any herbal pills themselves to avoid any unwanted chemical reactions with the current medications.
Recent studies have revealed that people who suffered from Irritable Bowel Syndrome experienced an abdominal pain relief of about 40% when given peppermint-oil capsules. As compared to other patients who were receiving a placebo, the reduction in bloating and flatulence was about 50% greater.
Peppermint is a carminative herb with velvety leaves and small purplish-white flowers that give pungent oil when used as a flavoring. Peppermint tea has long been used as an herbal remedy for flatulence.
When consumed as a refreshing and aromatic beverage, peppermint tea enhances the efficiency of the entire gastrointestinal system.
However, certain side effects may include an increased heartburn due to the lowering of the sphincter pressure of the esophagus.
Another herb that holds medicinal properties for the treatment of various common gastrointestinal problems is Matricaria chamomilla, more commonly known as Chamomile. The herb is antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, and carminative, and can work wonders on the digestive system in the most gentlest of ways.
Chamomile works by slightly sedating the mucous membrane of the digestive tract, hence allowing the entire body to relax and get rid of any discomforting digestive pains caused by constant worries or concerns.
A few studies also indicate it possesses relieving properties concerning issues like diarrhea in infants and children. However, as diarrhea should be treated on time and with due caution, most doctors abnegate the use of herbs for this treatment.
Ginger is one of the most commonly used herbs in homes and boasts carminative properties that can be used to treat bloating stomach and abdominal pains. A number of herbalists claim that this magic herb, biologically named as Zingiber officinale, helps regulate sluggish digestion. Furthermore, this herb helps the body generate more heat and has been proven effective in treating both nausea and vomiting. This is perhaps the simplest remedy for people who suffer from motion or morning sickness and unlike most anti-emetics; this effective herbal treatment does not induce drowsiness.
Herbal treatment may prove to extremely effective when dealing with certain common digestive system disorders. However, if the pains are severe and the symptoms more alarming then it is highly recommended that you consult your doctor to check for ulcers. Ulcer pains may require an additional treatment of medicinal drugs to cure them completely.