Tagged As: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment
Question:
I suffer from Irritable Bowel syndrome and after being symptom free for over a year I am now experiencing flare-ups yet again. I suppose I am fairly stressed which is probably the route of the problem but I was wondering about methods of treatment. Previously I was prescribed Colofac (mebeverine) which did relieve the pain, but I would rather take a more natural remedy this time. I am told peppermint oil is a good treatment...is this correct??? I have tried Aloe Vera in liquid form but I am still unsure as to whether this had any affect at all. I look forward to hearing from any fellow sufferers.
Answer:
I am not a sufferer but here are my comments. As a lifestyle consultant, I do not diagnose nor prescribe. However, if a client comes in with a diagnosis, then I can offer some advice which may be helpful. The first thing I do is give them a copy of Fit for Life, Vol. I by Harvey Diamond. Giving them a copy works better than telling them to buy a copy. The main thing I want them to understand is how to eat their food without any indigestion. I then encourage them to eat a diet higher in carbohydrate than protein. The undigested carbs getting to the colon feed certain bacteria which produce short chain fatty acids which will over time produce a slightly acidic stool ( 6.5 ) The use of corn starch speeds up the process since this starch readily reaches the colon. The eating of excess protein feeds the bacteria that produce amines (alkaline organics) and ammonia which produces an alkaline stool. I do recommend that they purchase narrow range pH paper and check the pH of the stool both as a physical guideline, and as a positive mental biofeedback that they are succeeding. My general results are that within weeks the IRB sufferer can once again drive across town without making potty stops along the way. Hope my experience helps. Dr. C. PhD. Giving up wheat can help a lot. Worth a try. Peppermint oil. Yes. Often people diagnosed with IBS are really undiagnosed celiacs, which is intolerance to gluten. So also give up spelt, kamut, rye, triticale. Barley, and oats. Plus most processed foods, which use gluten either as a stabilizer or emulsifier, or as a base for hydrolyzed protein (labeled as flavorings or natural flavors).
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