Five Great Digestive Herbs

For anyone who has frequent indigestion or constipation, you may want to consider these herbs. These and many other herbs can be found at health stores online.
 
Herbs are very powerful in relieving all types of digestive problems. There are several types that have been around for centuries and have been known to be successful in countries all over the world. These herbs come in the forms of herbal bitters, carminative oils, herbal teas, tablets, etc and can be purchased at health food stores, pharmacies, holistic health centers, and at most health food stores.

Many people suffer numerous kinds of digestive disorders that are often unreported or misdiagnosed by doctors. Anyone experiencing digestion difficulties should become educated on the subject of herbs. Herbs not only help ensure proper digestion but help cure hundreds of other maladies internally and externally. Therefore, it’s a good idea to ask your doctor about herbs or find an expert who is knowledgeable about this subject.

The following are five types of herbs that are powerful in aiding digestive problems and constipation:

Betaine Hydrochloride Herb

Betaine Hydrochloride is taken to aid hypochlorhydria, a digestion problem due to insufficient hydrochloric acid and inadequate absorption or use of nutrients in the stomach. The main effect is fatigue and is experienced mostly by those of over 50 years of age and may also be due to chronic conditions as allergies, asthma, and gallstones. Those who lack this gastric acid are more likely to develop intestinal infections. This element is found in whole grains and other similar foods.

Herbal Bitters

Herbal bitters are a category of digestive herbs that are highly effective for people who are constantly on the go or experience frequent stress and thus neglect to eat a healthy diet. They help those who have an inefficient production of digestive enzymes create an adequate amount. Bitters also regulate the amount of hydrochloric acid in one’s stomach. They are like small tablets that are best taken before a meal by putting them in a small amount of water and gargling them in your mouth for a few seconds before swallowing. Bitters react with the bitter receptors on your tongue, alerting the stomach via the brain, enabling enzymes and acid to produce for the expected arrival of food.

Peppermint Herb

Peppermint ensures smooth functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and is recommended for those who experience irritable bowel syndrome. It can be ingested by drinking hot or cool tea made by steep peppermint leaves or by consuming enteric-coated oil capsules.

Slippery Elm Bark Powder Herb

Slippery elm bark powder is an excellent remedy for relieving heartburn and prohibiting constipation. It also enables healing and repair of the mucosal lining of the digestive tract. The powder is a mucilaginous herb that soaks up toxins found in the bowel, helps aid diarrhea, and comforts the entire digestive system. Because it has a sweet taste, it appeals to children and thus mixed in foods as cereals or fruit juices to help them get well.

Triphala Herb

Triphalais an ancient herbal blend of three fruits that grow on trees in India and the Middle East: amalaki fruit, bibhitaki fruit, and haritaki fruit. These fruits are dried, ground into powder, then blended together to form this powerful herb combination known as the “nurse herb” in India for its powerful effect on curing sickness. It is a general tonic commonly prescribed to help tone and strengthen the digestive system as well as for patients with constipation. It also works as a non-habit-forming laxative and can be used daily without adverse side effects. Triphala is very effective for reducing stomach acid.

The purpose of this article is to acquaint you with five useful herbs that help cure digestion disorders and constipation. It is not meant as a substitute for medical care nor a recommendation for what type of herbs one should take. If you experience frequent or severe digestion problems, consult with your family physician. You may also want to discuss taking herbs with him or her as well.