Home Remedies for IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome)
- August 16, 2019
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Home Remedies for IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome) – IBS Irritable bowel syndrome affects people worldwide. In this disease the frequency of bowel movements changes. Stress, wrong diet, poor lifestyle, disturbed sleep are the reasons for this disease. The signs & symptoms related to irritable bowel syndrome are abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea, constipation, gas, bloating, general weakness, disturbed sleep, anxiety, depression, etc. Different herbs can be used in home remedies form managing irritable bowel syndrome naturally.
Here are few of the simple home remedies for IBS that will manage irritable bowel syndrome:
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1. Aloe Vera Juice for IBS
Aloe vera herb shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, & immuno-moadulator properties. These herbs give effective results in constipation, gastric problem, & abdominal pain related to irritable bowel syndrome.
How to use
- Take the fresh pulp of Aloe vera mix a few amounts of water & blend it. Every day take 20ml of fresh juice once or twice daily on an empty stomach.
- You can also eat the fresh pulp of Aloe vera for keeping your digestive system healthy.
2. Amla for IBS
Amla for IBS – Amla herb is good for overall health that shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulator properties. These properties give good results in indigestion, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, inflammation, etc.
How to use:
- Prepare fresh juice from the fruit of Amla. Drink 20 ml once or twice daily on an empty stomach.
- Eating the Amla fruit is equally beneficial for health.
3. Bilva Fruit for IBS
Bilva Fruits for IBS : The fruit of ripe Bilva is good for improving digestion, deal with constipation, loss of appetite related to irritable bowel syndrome patients. Bilva fruit provides carminative property & show cooling effects on the body.
How to use:
- Eat fresh fruit of Bilva once daily.
- The juice prepared from the ripe fruit of Bilva is good for overall health. So drink a cup of this juice once or twice daily.
4. Fennel Seeds for IBS
Fennel Seeds for IBS : Fennel seeds relieve constipation, gastric problem, bloating, & intestinal spasms related to irritable bowel syndrome. It is considered as the best herb for relieving constipation & relaxing the intestinal muscles. The abdominal pain is treated with the regular use of this herb.
How to use:
- Chewing a teaspoonful of fennel seeds after every meal or an empty stomach is beneficial for health.
- Take a teaspoonful of fennel seeds in two cups of water boil it until the remaining half cup. Strain the mixture, let it cool down, & drink this herbal decoction.
5. Peppermint for IBS
Peppermint for IBS : Peppermint is another herb that relieves all digestive disorders. It helps in soothing the intestines, reduces bloating, maintains abdominal pain & cramps. This herb provides effective results in irritable bowel syndrome.
How to use:
- You can chew few fresh peppermint once or twice daily.
- Add few drops of peppermint in a cup of herbal tea of water. Drink this once daily.
6. Apple for IBS
Apple for IBS : Apple is good for irritable bowel syndrome patients. This fruit is rich in fiber containing vitamins & minerals. It helps in reducing constipation, maintains proper digestion, keeps your digestive system healthy, & gives overall benefits.
How to use:
- Eat fresh fruit of apple on an empty stomach once daily.
- Drinking a cup of apple juice is beneficial for health as it keeps your gut healthy.
7. Cumin for IBS
Cumin for IBS : Cumin herb shows carminative properties. It shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, digestive properties. This herb gives good results in abdominal pain, cramps, loss of appetite, & poor digestion related to irritable bowel syndrome.
How to use:
- Take a teaspoonful of cumin seeds in two cups of water. Boil it until remaining one cup. Strain the mixture & drink this herbal decoction once daily.
- Prepare a powder of roasted cumin seeds & store it in an air-tight container. Use this powder for cooking purposes.
8. Wheatgrass for IBS
Wheatgrass is an amazing herb for treating irritable bowel syndrome. It helps in the overall detoxification of the body. This herb reduces constipation, keeps your digestion healthy, reduces inflammation & pain in the abdomen.
How to use:
- You can prepare fresh juice of wheatgrass at home & drink a cup once daily on an empty stomach.
- Wheatgrass capsules are also available in the market. You can take a capsule twice daily with a glass of water.
9. Coriander for IBS
Coriander herb is good in problems such as intestinal gas, diarrhea, bloating, constipation, nausea, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, etc related to irritable bowel syndrome patients.
How to use:
- Take a teaspoonful of coriander seeds in two cups of water. Boil this water until the remaining one cup strain the mixture & drink this wonderful home remedy daily.
- The powder of the coriander seeds is used for dealing with the loss of appetite & indigestion problem.
These herbs are good for your digestive system and easily available at home. So you can use any of the above home remedies for (IBS ) irritable bowel syndrome naturally at home.
Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh is the younger Vaidya in Chandigarh Ayurved & Panchakarma Centre. He is the fourth generation in his family who is practicing as a general consultant in Ayurved & Panchakarma treatment at Chandigarh. In his practice, he had treated more than 1 Lakh Plus patients worldwide.