Are there herbal medicines for IBS abdominal pain, bloating, and gas?
~ Erika Strom, Surrey, BC The idea that herbs are nature’s medicines is especially true when it comes to IBS. According to the American Botanical Council, whose mission continues the historical tradition of disseminating scientific information that promotes the safe and effective use of medicinal plants, two herbs are particularly effective for IBS symptoms: peppermint and fennel. Peppermint is an exceptional stand-out for its multi-symptom effectiveness. This herb is safe for daily use and has no risk of short- or long-term side effects, which is a terrific plus when you compare it to prescription drugs. Mint is actually one of the oldest of herbs. It was used by the ancient Assyrians, and was common to the ancient Greeks and Romans, who recognized it as a pain-killer. The mint-after-a meal custom in fact dates back to ancient Rome, and Pliny, the first-century Roman historian and scientist, included mint in his Natural History in 77 A.D. Mint was not used formally in medicine until t
