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2torial #0787:
Learn2 Cope with
Diarrhea (Continued)
 Call your local health food
store
Alternative medicine is becoming more widely
accepted. There are many natural substances, herbs
and minerals available in a variety of forms which
have been proven effective in the treatment of
diarrhea.
- Psyllium, a grain naturally found in
India, is an excellent soluble fiber supplement.
It has the highest level of soluble fiber
known--more than eight times that of oat bran.
It's available as a powder (psyllium seed husk
powder) and directions are clearly stated on the
package.
- There are herbal teas which will bring you a
measure of relief. These include
chamomile, red raspberry, and
peppermint. Ginger is also considered
to be helpful. (Caution: Red raspberry can
interfere with the absorption of iron.)
- Homeopathic medicine combines various
natural ingredients, sometimes in amounts that
are diluted so far as to be immeasurable in the
final product. Their healing properties are
well-documented, however. The label of a typical
homeopathic solution for the relief of diarrhea
might have ten ingredients, all of which are
natural vegetal extracts and minerals. Each
ingredient targets the symptoms (loose stool,
gas, exhaustion) of diarrhea. There are several
companies producing homeopathic remedies, so
call your health food store to see what they
have and can recommend.
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