alternative meds for stomach aches/proper digestion - Alternative Medicine Message Board

Siddartha · 08-07-2005, 07:04 PM

hey... i get stomach aches really often and really easily. i eat super healthy... but i'd basically have to limit my diet to fruits, whole grains and veggies to keep my stomach completely happy (which i do, for the most part.... but not always)... anyway, i hate taking Tums and pepto bisoml cause they just seem so toxic and unhealthy... i was wondering if there were any supplements...alternative meds which i could take? PLEAS EHELP!! THANKYOU!

Rkoa63 · 08-07-2005, 09:23 PM

I take Ginger Root when I have an upset stomach. I first tried the liquid Ginger Root and would mix it with hot water, but i couldnt handle the taste. So now i take it in capsule form. Works just the same for me. I purchased mine from Mother's Market, not sure if they have any of those in your town. But im sure you can get it at any grocery store. Hope this helps!

donsabi · 08-08-2005, 05:39 PM

Try slippery elm, aloe, DGL licorce.

notpain · 08-08-2005, 07:56 PM

Have you tried an elimination diet? What is super healthy? I used to think I ate healthy then I learned about MSG, Teflon Pans, Food Additives, etc. Do you eat grocery store beef, fish, or chicken? I no longer eat any dairy, and I am currently avoiding all grains. 5 to 7 servings of fruits and vegetables is hard enough, 8 or more is nearly impossible for me. I think there would be many that would agree that "whole grains" are NOT super healthy. Everyone looks for a pill to fix everything. Figure out the cause, and forget the pills. It's a crazy concept I know - cause and effect. Treat the symptoms (mask with pills or supplements) and you still have the cause... slowly ruining your health. Supplements are GREAT, but don't run down to the local Costco and load up until you figure out what you need to supplement. Just taking supplements in a shotgun fashion probably won't help. So get some "Natural" remedies then figure out what is wrong so you can fix it. You can't keep pouring STOP LEAK in your radiator and expect it to last forever.

Red Maple · 08-09-2005, 12:32 PM

I have been very successful for reflux symptoms with digestive enzymes, probiotics, and lots of fiber to keep the digestion moving. Don't know if it will help you--but it's sure helped me!