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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Symptoms and Natural Treatments
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), also known as spastic colon,
can easily be mistaken for the other inflammatory bowel diseases,
crohn's
disease or ulcerative
colitis, because the symptoms are so similar. Episodes of
stomach
upset or spasms causing diarrhea
or periods of constipation,
are typical for all three intestinal disorders. IBS can cause
sharp and stabbing pain, or nagging, deep-seated aches.
In other cases there is no pain, just sudden urging and diarrhea,
which can be so urgent that it causes stool incontinence. Bloating
is the most common symptom, with much gas, belching, and flatulence.
Nausea can occur and there usually is an excess of mucous in
bowel movements. Stress and anxiety can trigger attacks. Parasites
and infections causing diarrhea should also be ruled out, as
parasites in particular can be quite difficult to diagnose and
eliminate. Stool results for parasites usually return with negative
results several times before one returns positive, if at all.
IBS is the #1 reason for general practitioner referrals to specialists.
In well over 80% of cases, tests reveal the presence of an overgrowth
of parasites,
fungi,
or pathogenic bacteria.* IBS is caused by a change in the number
and strength of intestinal contractions, which push food waste
through the intestine. When the contractions are faster and
stronger, they cause diarrhea, but if they are slower and weaker,
constipation follows. Anxiety and emotional tension adversely
affect symptoms or bring on an attack even when there have been
no other problems with the colon. Dairy products, wheat, corn,
and citrus fruits are often irritations.
Diet plays a large part in IBS. Stomach and intestinal disorders
occur when refined and processed foods are eaten regularly (several
times a week). They are much more difficult to digest than wholesome
foods rich in enzymes
and other essential
nutrients. Adequate dietary fiber
may also lacking.* If allowed to persist without correct treatment,
IBS can progress into more serious disorders like chronic
fatigue syndrome, candidiasis syndrome, multiple chemical
sensitivities, many autoimmune diseases, and possibly even cancer.
When treated with tradition medicine, IBS is rarely cured. To
treat it correctly, natural treatments work best and must include
the removal of the cause, improvement
of gastrointestinal function, and healing the lining of
the gut.
Increasing dietary fiber and drinking lots of purified water
is the key to alleviating IBS. A full spectrum probiotic,
psyllium
with therapeutic herbs for the gastrointestinal tract, and a
thorough parasite
cleanse can often bring some relief from some of its symptoms.*
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Ultra Colon Cleanse Kit
Gently
detoxifies and cleanses wastes and toxins from the
gastrointestinal system.* Promotes healthier digestion
and regular elimination.*
| $59.95
US/Cdn
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AntiPara Parasite Cleanse
A gentle all natural
herbal formulation that promotes the expulsion of
parasites from the body.*
with Polyporus Mylittae Seed and Turkish Rhubarb
Root | $24.95 US/Cdn
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Herbal Candida Cleanse
Promotes the expulsion of
candida organisms from the body and helps prevent recurrent
candida overgrowth.*
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$34.95 US/Cdn
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7 day Liver Cleanse
An all natural liquid
herbal formulation that cleanses and detoxifies
your liver.* Promotes improved liver and gallbladder
health.*
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$21.95 US/Cdn
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Replenish Probiotic
Blend
Friendly micro-organisms that
cleanse and nourish your gastrointestinal tract.* Contains
22.5 Billion live friendly micro-organisms
per serving.
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$21.95 US/Cdn
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Resolve Digestive
Enzymes
All natural plant enzymes
that promote healthier digestion.* Promotes improved nutrient
assimilation.*
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$21.95 US/Cdn
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