Friday, October, 23, 2009
Does Peppermint Help Your Stomach
October 03, 2008
A reader who suffers from acid reflux asks herbalist Rosemary
Westlake if there are natural remedies for the painful disorder.
Westlake says that herbs, along with lifestyle changes, may help.
Slippery elm, marshmallow, and licorice soothe and heal irritated
stomachs, she says, while chocolate, peppermint, and some spices
may relax the esophageal sphincter and actually worsen symptoms.
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Expert & Community Posts
By Jennifer Rackley
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Health Expert
...of the most popular include; apple cider vinegar, peppermint tea, papaya enzymes, slippery elm...
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By Todd Eisner
,
Health Expert
...those products containing caffeine, chocolate or peppermints. Elevating the head of the bed...
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By Todd Eisner
,
Health Expert
...cause acid reflux such as caffeine, chocolate and peppermints. You need to not eat late at...
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By Todd Eisner
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Health Expert
...having the mother refrain from caffeine, chocolate and peppermints can help tremendously....
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Health Guide
...chocolate, citrus fruits and juices, tomatoes, tomato sauces, spicy or fatty foods, full-fat dairy products,
peppermint, and spearmint. Also, try the following changes to your eating habits and...
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...tomato-based products), alcoholic beverages, caffeinated beverages, chocolate, onions, garlic, and
peppermint. It's important to avoid large meals and to avoid lying down for 3 to 4 hours after...
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...elevated Taking medication with plenty of water Avoiding dietary fat, chocolate, caffeine,
peppermint (they may cause lower esophageal pressure) Avoiding alcohol and tobacco ...
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...governing their quality and effectiveness.Essential Oils. Some patients find relief using two drops of
peppermint, eucalyptus, or lavender oil added to one cup of water. The patient soaks a cloth...
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...fruits and juices Tomatoes and tomato sauces Spicy or fatty foods, full-fat dairy products
Peppermint and spearmint Next, try changing your eating habits: Eat smaller...
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