Cures for IBS, IBS Treatments, Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Cures For IBS

Natural cures for IBS incorporate changing the diet and using soothing herbs.

IBS stands for irritable bowel syndrome and indicates that the colon is not functioning as it should. Excessive contraction of the intestinal smooth muscle is actually what happens in IBS.

Other names for IBS are nervous indigestion, spastic colitis, and mucous colitis and intestinal neurosis. IBS is very common in the Western world due to our diet and lifestyle. The very thing that causes IBS are the things that need to be eliminated.


Common symptoms of IBS are:
  • Stomach pain
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Frequent bowel movements with pain
  • Lots of mucous in the stool
  • Flatulence
  • Nausea
  • Anxiety and depression


IBS is usually caused by:
  • Food sensitivities
  • Low fiber diet
  • Stress


The best ways to support the digestive system is to remove food irritants, lessen stress and employ herbs.

Increase plant foods in the diet to improve on the amount of fiber needed to alleviate the symptoms. Whole foods such as fruits and vegetables and whole grains contain plenty of fiber. As well, you may need a teaspoon or two of psyllium seed husks with plenty of water before bedtime. As always, avoiding processed, refined foods that are laden with sugar is also essential.

Looking to eliminate any food allergies that may be present is another factor to consider. Sensitivites to wheat, corn, dairy products, coffee, tea and citrus fruits are common.

IBS Treatments


Peppermint oil that is enteric coated will travel directly to the affected area.

Chamomile is widely used as cures for IBS. The volatile oils of both peppermint and chamomile ease the discomfort caused by flatulence and ease spasms or cramps of the colon. Chamomile also is a bitter, which is good for digestion, it helps repair any damage to the intestinal walls, and soothes stress related issues.

Valerian is useful for IBS that is caused by stress. Valerian has a beneficial effect on the nervous system. It is relaxing and has the ability to ease stomach cramping.

Bayberry is good if diarrhea is involved. Bayberry reduces inflammation, diarrhea and are widely used in digestive issues. Simmer a teaspoon of bayberry bark in a cup of water for several minutes for a tea.

Wild yam will help ease any spasms or colic.

Mugwort is a bitter releasing digestive enzymes.

Recipe for IBS Tea


2 tsp bayberry bark
1 tsp chamomile
1 tsp peppermint
1 tsp valerian

Mix these herbs together and simmer in a 3 or 4 cups of water for 15 minutes. Keep the lid on to contain the volatile oils. Sip throughout the day.

You can get herbs for Irritable Bowel Syndrome at Mountain Rose Herbs
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