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Natural Holiday Remedies

By Dr. Bradly Jacobs

With the holidays coming, there’s one thing you can count on – eating so much festive food that your stomach aches.

Did you know the average American consumes 3,000 calories during Thanksgiving dinner alone?

Emotional Trauma and Irritable Bowel Syndrome

The psychological and emotional traumas experienced over a lifetime — such as the death of a loved one, divorce, natural disaster, house fire or car accident, physical or mental abuse — may contribute to adult irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Researchers from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, found Continue reading »

Colon Cleansing May Be Harmful

Georgetown University doctors have found that colon cleansing may cause harmful side effects.

Their review of scientific literature, published in The Journal of Family Practice, demonstrates that colon cleansing can cause side effects ranging from cramping to renal failure and death.

After Dinner Peppermint — The Benefits of Peppermint

From an after dinner peppermint, to peppermint tea, the aromatic leaves of the peppermint have been a traditional stomach remedy.

Now scientists in Australia have discovered how peppermint can help relieve the pain of irritable bowel syndrome.

Soy

Today, we added Soy to our Herb Guide. It looks at traditional uses as an herbal remedy, side-effects, research and resources.

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Exercise Helps Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Physical activity improves symptoms in patients with IBS and is protective against symptom deterioration. This has recently been shown in a study from the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden.