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are characterized most commonly by cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea. Some may have constipation while others may have diarrhea, or a combination of both in alternation. Other symptoms include bloating and gas, mucus in the stool, and urging after having a bowel movement.<\/p>\n
As many as 20 percent of the adults have symptoms of IBS, making it one of the most common disorders diagnosed by doctors. It occurs more often in women than in men, and it begins before the age of 35 in about 50 percent of people.<\/p>\n
IBS, for most people, can come from poor diet containing fast foods, dairy, tobacco, alcohol, coffee, black tea, and soda. These things also cause the death of the friendly bacteria in the intestines. Other causes may be due to dietary allergies, or food sensitivities. Stress may play a part in the cause.<\/p>\n
Modern medicine treats IBS with diet changes, fiber supplements, anti-diarrheal medications, anticholinergic medications (nervous system), anti-depression medications, and counseling. Medication specific to IBS is Alosetron (Lotronex) which is supposed to relax the colon \u2013 only approved for women. These medications only treat the symptoms and create dependency.<\/p>\n
To heal the body the natural way, reduce stress, improve the diet and women should balance their hormones. Using the herb Vitex<\/strong> (3 capsules a day) may eliminate other hormonal symptoms as well as some of the IBS symptoms.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Herbs are plants valued for their specific strengthening\/ tonifying properties.<\/p>\n The following herb combinations are directed toward the balancing the digestive system. Use other single herbs particular causes outlined.<\/p>\n Herb combinations:<\/strong><\/p>\n Dave\u2019s Lower Bowel Formula<\/strong> \u2013 herbs used traditionally to relax the colon and release gas and bloating. Taking capsules between meals is even more beneficial.<\/p>\n Dave\u2019s Digestive Formula<\/strong> \u2013 helps the stomach to normalize digestion.<\/p>\n Herb singles that support intestines:<\/strong><\/p>\n Licorice<\/strong> \u2013 anti-inflammatory support as used in up to 3 capsules a day<\/p>\n Marshmallow<\/strong> \u2013 soothes the colon<\/p>\n Slippery elm<\/strong> \u2013 soothes the colon and heals ulcers<\/p>\n Herb singles for nerve support:<\/strong><\/p>\n Lavender<\/strong> \u2013 warming, nerve calming, and stimulates digestion<\/p>\n Melissa (Lemon balm)<\/strong> \u2013 calms the nerves as well as improves digestion<\/p><\/blockquote>\n To make a cell salt solution<\/strong>, put up to 10 tablets of each cell salt in a 16- to 24-ounce bottle; fill with water and swirl to dissolve tablets. Sip throughout the day.<\/p>\n #5 Kali mur 6X <\/strong>\u2013 tenderness, swelling, gas, especially right liver area, diarrhea. Homeopathic remedies are non-toxic natural medicines safe for everyone including infants and pregnant or nursing women. You may use 6X, 30X, 6C or 30C potencies.<\/p>\n These homeopathics are indicated for diarrhea or constipation, or diarrhea alternating with constipation.<\/p>\n Aloe socotrina<\/strong> \u2013 jelly-like stools with mucus. Stools pass unnoticed. Must pass urine and feces together. Stools of mucus, gassy, lumpy, bloody or slimy.<\/p>\nHerbs for Irritable Bowel<\/h2>\n
\nCell Salts to Help with Irritable Bowel Syndrome<\/h2>\n
\n#10 Nat phos 6X <\/strong>\u2013 cutting, twisting, griping pain with gas and gurgling. Digestive complaints.
\n#11 Nat sulph 6X<\/strong> \u2013 burning pains, cramps around navel, cramps with painful trapped gas, better from kneading abdomen.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
\nIrritable Bowel Homeopathic Remedies<\/h2>\n