Re: Peppermint Oil and Diarrhea

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 12/11/2005 10:00:28 AM Eastern Standard Time,

jdjdmich@... writes:

Like a lot of you, I have been suffering with terrible bouts of

diarreah as a result of chemo. There are times when I couldn't leave

the house is fear of an " accident " . I was given lomotil by my Dr.

which didn't do anything to control it.

I did research and found that peppermint oil relaxes the colon and

helps control diarreah. I have been using peppermint oil ( 2 tablets

a day) and I must say that there has been a profound difference. I no

longer have all the problems that we all face and my bowel habits are

almost normal. No more watery bowel movements and I am free to leave

my house without any fears. It is almost too good to be true.

I don't know if it will work for you like it has for me but I would

suggest that you try it.

Brad

Brad....thanks so much for sharing... am so happy you are taking control, as

much as possible...glad you are able to get out now!!! Hope it continues to

work for you!!

I will certainly try anything for Glenn!!! Lomotil, Welchol, and Metamucil

is not doing much for him, esp. if he eats certain foods like chocolate or

milk, spicy or fried...

Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle

Caregiver to Glenn