The tasty oil that relieves IBS symptoms
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If you suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you're probably
always on the lookout for products to provide relief, particularly
natural ones. If so, I have great news for you. A new review study has
identified a natural substance that can help with the symptoms.
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For this study, researchers evaluated a total of seven randomized,
controlled trials that examined the use of peppermint oil to offer IBS
relief. Peppermint oil is often used for GI issues because it helps the
intestinal muscle and lower esophageal sphincter to relax.
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Most of the participants in the trials evaluated were women, which makes
sense because women are more likely to suffer from IBS than men.
Overall, the studies reported that peppermint oil worked more
effectively than a placebo at easing the symptoms of IBS. One study even
found that it worked better than the pharmaceutical treatment
1-hyoscyamine. This is good news, as this treatment often comes with
unpleasant side effects.
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Peppermint oil is an all-around great remedy to have in the house even
if you don't have IBS. It's great for nausea of any kind. It also can
help with sinus and nasal congestion. You can either just put a drop or
two on your tongue or add a few drops to some water and drink it.
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The researchers did note that peppermint oil did occasionally contribute
to heartburn, nausea, and even vomiting in some participants, so it's
not for everyone.
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And if peppermint oil proves to be a bit much for you, you can also try
sipping some peppermint tea. Many people report that it can help settle
an irritated stomach.
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Yours for better health,
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Frank Shallenberger, MD
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