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Top 5 Herbs that Help with Digestive Problems

Herbal remedies have been used for thousands of years by ancient civilizations from one end of the earth to the other. The fact that many are still used today is a true testament to their efficacy. Many herbs have multiple medicinal properties and in recent years their popularity has increased rapidly. Herbal remedies are no longer just the preserve of specialist health food stores but can be found in local supermarkets and pharmacies. In particular, herbs that help with digestive problems have become very much sought after. This is probably due to the high occurrence of digestive tract diseases and conditions, both as acute and chronic health issues. There are many herbs that can help with digestive problems, some of which are explored here.

Symptoms of Intestinal and Digestive Problems

These can be varied and include one or more of the following: nausea, vomiting, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), indigestion, flatulence or trapped wind, diarrhea, bloating, belching, constipation, generic upset stomach.

Top 5 Herbs to Help With Digestive Problems

1.) Peppermint – one of the best herbs available for digestive problems. Peppermint will work very quickly to sooth all types of stomach upset. Peppermint seems to be particularly effective in the treatment of IBS. Spearmint can be used in place of Peppermint if it is being used for children as it is less harsh.

2.) Ginger – another of the most popular and best herbs for helping with digestive problems. It is a great reliever of nausea and flatulence. It is highly effective for promoting spontaneous intestinal movement for relief of many symptoms.

3.) Wormwood – this ancient medicine has the benefit of multiple uses. It naturally stimulates healthy digestive function. Unfortunately it is highly recommended that Wormwood is only taken for very short periods due to its links with causing liver damage with prolonged use.

4.) Chamomile – a natural antispasmodic which may help with stomach cramps and upset stomachs. It will stimulate effective digestive functioning and aid with the passing of stools.

5.) Marjoram – similar properties to Chamomile and particularly effective as a laxative.

6.) Fennel Seeds – many IBS sufferers report great relief from chewing on fennel seeds at intervals throughout the day. It also has some of the properties of Chamomile and Marjoram.

How to Take Herbs That Aid With Digestive Problems

One of the easiest ways to take herbal remedies is in the form of a tea. You can buy these ready made as teabags or loose tea or you can prepare your own. Some of the remedies can be ingested as they are, such as Fennel Seeds, whilst others, such as Wormwood, can be bought as a tincture. Herbs can also be bought as supplements in the form of capsules, powders or tablets.

When choosing herbs it is best to try and pick those that stimulate your body to produce its own symptom relief or cure. Carminitives are herbal remedies which will naturally stimulate effective digestion processes. Wormwood, Fennel, Marjoram and Chamomile all have carminitives present. Carminitives are also effective in easing cramps, general stomach upsets and easing constipation.

As always with herbal remedies, some people report greater effects with some more than others. If the first remedy you try doesn’t offer the relief you had hoped for then try something different until you discover which is the remedy best suited to your own needs.

Article by expert author ‘Deneice Arthurton‘