subject: Natural Remedies for treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome [print this page] Natural Remedies for treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome
If you have been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome and do not want harsh medical treatments or prescriptions, consider a natural alternative. There are several remedies that you can use that will effectively relieve your IBS symptoms.
Peppermint oil has been proven in clinical studies to ease stomach upset, cramping and pain. It's made from the peppermint plant and has been used for years as a tea to aid in digestion. It is available as a capsule or in a wide variety of teas. Peppermints in all its forms are available at most health food stores.
Acupuncture is another natural IBS treatment. This is a little more involved than going to your local health food store. You need to find a trained practitioner, and you shouldn't be squeamish about needles. Acupuncture has also been known to reduce stress, which can trigger IBS symptoms.
Twenty minutes of daily exercise will also help get your body in shape both inside and out. Your heart, muscles and organs will be healthier. When your body is healthy it can do what it's meant to do, release toxins and heal itself. Your digestive system will work better; you will feel great, look great and be more confident. Your stress levels will reduce your IBS symptoms and you will feel like your old self again. Who knew exercise could do all that?
Of course, your diet should be your number one IBS treatment remedy. Eat more fruits and vegetables and stay away from processed junk food. That includes frozen dinners, pizza; anything that comes in a package or box. You don't need to eat like a rabbit, just eat more sensibly. Start reading labels and reject anything with ingredients you can't pronounce chances are they are preservatives or chemicals that your body won't know what to do with.
It may take some time and trial and error before you find the natural IBS treatment that is right for you. Nothing is fool-proof, nothing will work for everyone. Chances are, one or more of the above remedies will work for you and your IBS symptoms will be greatly reduces, if not go away all together. Make changes slowly so you don't overwhelm your system and talk to your doctor before starting an exercise program.
