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Psyllium, also known as ispaghula, comes from the husks of the seeds of Plantago ovata. Psyllium contains a high level of soluble dietary fiber and is the main ingredient in many commonly used laxatives, such as Metamucil and Serutan. Psyllium has long been used as a chief ingredient in "bulk laxatives." Generally, an increase in stool weight, an increase in bowel movements per day, and a decrease in total gut transit time has been observed in most studies.

Psyllium has been studied for the treatment of diarrhea, particularly in patients undergoing tube feeding. It has also been studied in addition to Orlistat therapy in hopes of decreasing gastrointestinal effects (diarrhea and oily discharge) of this weight loss agent. An effective stool bulking effect has generally been found in scientific studies.

Avoid if allergic or hypersensitive to psyllium, ispaghula, or English plantain (Plantago lanceolata). Prescription drugs should be taken one hour before or two hours after psyllium. Use cautiously if pregnant or breastfeeding because psyllium may lower blood sugar levels.

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Hypnotherapy for Stomach Ailments
Hypnosis is a trance-like state in which a person becomes more aware and focused and is more open to suggestion. Hypnotherapy has been used to treat health conditions or to ....

 

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Peppermint for Stomach Ailments
Peppermint is a flowering plant that grows throughout Europe and North America. Peppermint is most often grown for its fragrant oil. Peppermint may improve irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms. Additional ....

 

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Slippery elm for Stomach Ailments
Slippery elm is native to eastern Canada and the eastern and central United States. Its name refers its slippery consistency when the inner bark is chewed or mixed with water. ....

 

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Relaxation Therapy for Stomach Ailments
Relaxation techniques include behavioral therapeutic approaches that differ widely in philosophy, methodology, and practice. The primary goal is usually non-directed relaxation. Most techniques share the components of repetitive focus (on ....

 

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Reflexology for Stomach Ailments
Reflexology involves the application of manual pressure to specific points or areas of the feet that are believed to correspond to other parts of the body. Reflexology is often used ....

 

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JAQUELINE I drink Peppermint tea with candied ginger stomach aches. Works much better than prescription drugs for me.
Posted by JAQUELINE , 5 months ago
DELILAH Mint tea helps does wonders to relieve stomach aches. It was even helpful with infant colic.
Posted by DELILAH , 6 months ago
JEANNA I drink Peppermint tea with candied ginger stomach aches. Works much better than prescription drugs for me.
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