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PD_ Fitness and WellBeing_67058 Natural and Alternative Treatment Study Report: Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Probiotics

A number of alternative medicine treatments have shown some promise for IBS. The most well known of these is peppermint oil, thought to reduce bowel spasm. Another approach involves probiotics, also known as “friendly bacteria.”

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Conditions

Conditions icon Search here for detailed, up-to-date information on complementary and alternative treatments for over 180 medical conditions.

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Drug interaction icon Look up the medications and supplements you take to see if there are interactions you should know about.

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