Got a nervous stomach?
Besides trying home remedies such as sipping mint tea or eating a few plain crackers, one of the newest natural remedies in Canada is an over-the-counter product made in Germany called Iberogast. This herbal remedy combines nine herbs that help relieve various symptoms of reflux and other functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.
GI disorders affect millions of people of all ages, according to the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders. The Foundation explains that problems occur when nerves or muscles in the digestive tract or intestines impair function and cause everything from nausea, bloating and discomfort to cramping, heartburn, abdominal pain, and constipation and diarrhea. Diagnosed GI disorders include functional dyspepsia, irritable bowel syndrome, reflux and GERD. But many people experience symptoms periodically and often turn to antacids and other medications.
“With so many people looking for natural ways to manage their health today, it’s worth a try to see if Iberogast will work for you – and most likely it will,” says Iberogast spokesperson Garrett Sher.
Iberogast has been used in Europe and around the world for over 40 years. Clinical studies show that it is safe and effective with no known side effects. Patients use Iberogast when they’re experiencing symptoms (20 drops in a glass of water or juice three times a day) or as a preventative measure for a chronic condition.
The main herb in Iberogast is iberis amara, which helps to soothe muscles in the gastrointestinal tract. It works together with lemon balm leaves, which calm a nervous stomach, peppermint leaves to treat cramping and gas, and chamomile that calms the gastrointestinal tract. Angelica relieves cramping and aids digestion, caraway fruit reduces gas, St. Mary’s thistle supports the gastrointestinal tract, and licorice root and celandine treats cramping.
Always speak to your doctor if your stomach problems last for more than five days.
Dr. Oz Weighs In
Iberogast is one of the worry ‘cures’ for the stomach that were highlighted on a recent Dr. Oz show. “When the stomach is in knots, it’s like an antacid only better,” said Dr. Oz, a surgeon, author and tv personality, who was first introduced to audiences on Oprah.
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