IBS

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Hello. I also had IBS, and have also had my

gallbladder removed. I am on the list because I have

stones. I have removed some by a simple, monthly

flush and will keep it up.

Now, the IBS. I went through a world famous clinic,

where the only help they could give how to manage my

often debilitating IBS pain. I mentioned the IBS to

my allergist, who tested me for a wheat allergy, and

voila! I was allergic to wheat. And I no longer had

serious IBS, after several days of eating no wheat.

After several years of antigen treatment for wheat, I

can eat a small amount each day. And I seldom have

IBS pain, and then it is very minor. So, why not try

talking to a good allergist? Good luck! I hate to see

anyone suffering with that awful pain.

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I have gone though that too. There were two things for me to avoid; wheat and

milk products. This is what helps a lot of people who have IBS. Avoiding these

two items are the most suggested items to avoid next to products containing

sugar and aspartame.

Dale

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SN,

There is currently a trial in progress at Penn State University using LDN to

evaluate it's worth regarding Crohn's Disease.

Regards,

Tom

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From: " Sheridan Neimark " <SNeimark@...>

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Sent: Wednesday, May 19, 2004 2:14 PM

Subject: [low dose naltrexone] IBS

> My wife suffers from Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Nothing she has tried has

provided relief from the terrible pain. We're new to this list, having been

informed that LDN is a potential treatment for IBS. Anyone out there who

has tried Naltrexone for IBS? Any success?

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Many people suffer from this condition, twice as many women as men. Some

scientists belief that a virus or bacteria may have something to do with

this disorder. Others attribute it to stress and diet, the overuse of

antibiotics, ant-acids or laxatives. Whatever the cause, there are

several herbs that can play a role in easing the condition.

Alfalfa (yep, the stuff that horses and cows eat) is a good source of

Vitamin K which helps contribute intestinal flora for good digestion,

and chlorophyll for cleansing the blood. This can be drunk as a tea or

taken in capsule form. Alfalfa is also an excellent source of most

vitamins and minerals. Soothing the nerves that control muscle activity

in the intestine can be very important in easing the symptoms of this

disorder. Skullcap and valerian are two herbs which can be quite

beneficial.

A nice combination for Irritable bowel might be: 2 parts Bayberry, 1

part Mugwort, 2 parts Chamomile, 2 parts Peppermint, 1 part Wild Yam and

1 part Valerian or Skullcap. Mix well, pour 1 cup boiling water over 1

to 1 tsp of the mixture, cover and let steep 10-15 minutes.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome has two extreme varieties, spastic colon and

mucous colitis. Symptoms of spastic colon run the gamut between

constipation and diarrhea, which is often brought on by eating. In

Mucous Colitis, the colon secretes unusually large amounts of mucus,

which appears in the stools.

For symptoms of constipation, a gentle, effective mixture that avoids

problems of laxative dependency can be made by combining 2 parts yellow

dock, 1 part dandelion root, and 1 part aniseed. A decoction can be made

with 2 tsp of the mixture to 1 cup water. May be drunk 3 times a day.

Diarrhea is usually responsive to an infusion of Meadowsweet, however,

this herb contains salicylic acid, so those who cannot take aspirin

should avoid this herb. In instances where Meadowsweet isn't indicated,

Oak Bark or Slippery Elm might be used instead.

Suzi

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