Herbal Remedies for Adult Colic
In adults, colic is severe, painful, spasmodic cramping in the intestines. Colic in adults is often caused by food allergies, stress, and intestinal inflammation.
It is best to eat lightly and to eat easily digested foods. Avoid common allergens for at least 3 weeks to see if they play a role in the production of symptoms. These foods are wheat products, dairy products, especially pasteurized cow dairy, and eggs. An herbal program can include intestinal antispasmodics, and intestinal heat-clearing herbs.
Herbs Used To Treat Adult Colic
| Herb | Treatment Support | Application |
| Ginger | intestinal antispasmodic | tea, capsule, tincture |
| Peppermint | intestinal antispasmodic | tea, oil |
| Wild Yam | intestinal antispasmodic | tea, tincture, capsule |
Herbs Used To Treat Specific Adult Colic Related Conditions
| Condition | Herb | Application |
| Adult Colic With Flatulence | Calamus | tincture, tea, capsule |
| Infant Colic | Catnip | tea |