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An herbal program can include intestinal anti-inflammatories, anti-allergenic herbs, intestinal heat-clearing herbs for people with excess constitutions, and antispasmodics.
Found in certain fruits and vegetables as well as egg yolks, lutein is a nutrient with a number of potentially beneficial effects. It is a member of the carotenoid family, a group of chemicals relatee....
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is the general name for ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. The disease is characterized by swelling, ulcerations, and loss of function of the intestines.Te....
Massage can help relieve stress, as well as the pain and discomfort associated with certain digestive disorders, including irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and chronic constipation.
Diverticulitis refers to the development of inflammation and infection in one or more . Diverticula are outpouchings or bulges which occur when the inner, lining layer of the large intestine (colon) s....
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common intestinal condition characterized by abdominal pain and cramps; changes in bowel movements (diarrhea, constipation, or both); gassiness; bloating; nausea; s....
Digestive disorders can result from a multitude of causes. A naturopathic doctor will use a variety of natural and conventional medical techniques to discover and treat the source of your digestive disorder.
Olive oil is used externally for cradle cap and both internally and in enema form for impacted colon. Olive leaves are high in bioflavonoids, and a tincture is used for mild hypertension and as a general cardiovascular tonic. Recent clinical reports show that olive leaf extract acts as an effective antiviral and may be a promising new treatment for herpes. Olive has a taste of BLAND and a temperature of WARM.
Aromatherapy, the use of essential oils, can be used to alleviate the symptoms of a variety of digestive disorders.
To most persons, diarrhea means an increased frequency or softer consistency of bowel movements; however, the medical definition is more exact than this. Diarrhea best correlates with an increase in )....
Proper diet and nutrition are important factors in the treatment and management of colitis and Crohn's disease, helping to control diarrhea and rectal bleeding that result in the loss of fluids, nutrients, and electrolytes from the body.
Senna, , is known by the name Egyptian senna. A member of the Leguminaceae family, senna is a shrub-like plant whose leaves and pods have been used for centuries in the East and West as a purgative. y ...
A number of cleansing methods are often recommended by health practitioners to cleanse the body of these substances. Bowel cleansing, fasting, blood purification, and lymphatic cleansing are all used. Herbal purifiers and cleansers are an important part of these programs (echinacea, burdock}. Liver protectors are also helpful (milk thistle, turmeric). For acute poisoning by bad foods or other poisons, call the local poison control center for help. After the acute symptoms have passed, herba
Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), resulting in swelling and dysfunction of the intestinal tract.Crohn's disease involves swelling, redness, and loss of funcs:...
Peppermint () is an aromatic perennial plant that grows to a height of about 3 ft (1 m). It has light purple flowers and green leaves with serrated edges. Peppermint belongs to the Lamiaceae family ad....
Chicory () is a herb and root that has been known for its curative benefits since the first century . It is a member of the Asteraceae family. A scraggly plant with blue flower heads, chicory flourisa....
As the most plentiful mineral in the body, calcium plays a key role in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth. Calcium enables the contraction of muscles, including the function of the boe....
Fiber is the material that gives plants texture and support. Dietary fiber is found in many plant foods, including fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts, and whole grains. Although fiber is primarily made e....
Good nutrition can help prevent disease and promote health. There are six categories of nutrients that the body needs to acquire from food: protein, carbohydrates, fat, fibers, vitamins and minerals,r....
, commonly referred to simply as acidophilus, is a friendly inhabitant of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. It, as well as some related strains of bacteria, is known as a probiotic. Probiotic organismt....