Peppermint Oil is an extremely potent form of the ancient herb peppermint. We enteric coat our softgels to allow the three herbal oils to pass through the stomach and release within the intestines. This same potency has been used in research studies....
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Peppermint Oil is an extremely potent form of the ancient herb peppermint. We enteric coat our softgels to allow the three herbal oils to pass through the stomach and release within the intestines. This same potency has been used in research studies.
Peppermint Oil Usage: 2 to 3 capsules (2 ml of oil per capsule) between meals to relieve bowel spasms.
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sweetie - May 18, 2006, 13:17
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My 24 year old daughter suffers from Dyspepsia. I have been hearing to combine Caraway Seed with Peppermint to help. Caraway seed is recommended with meals, peppermint is recommended between meals. Can both be taken with meals together and be as effective? Please respond ASAP. Thank you
ZooScape Moderator - May 24, 2006, 18:27
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Yes, they will be as effective if taken together with meals. In fact, the most prominent research I've seen regarding dyspepsia and the two herbs you mention is of a combined supplement taken twice daily: there was a 1999 double-blind study based out of Germany which concluded that blended peppermint/caraway oil tablets (90 mg of peppermint oil plus 50 mg caraway oil twice daily) were as effective as cisapride in the treatment of functional dyspepsia - with less side effects or discomfort. There is also research to back up the use of peppermint, caraway - and fennel - in combination to reduce gas and cramping in people with indigestion. There are many bitter herbs that can serve as effective digestive aids including bitter orange, which is commonly used in Germany for dyspeptic conditions as approved by the German Commission E.
TerrVita offers two herbal blends that have been specially formulated for dyspepsia: the first is called Dyspepsia Complex, also available in powder form; the second product is called Gas and Cramps Formula which is also available as a powder, and it has additional fennel in the blend.
Directions
As an herbal dietary supplement, take 1 softgel 1 to 3 times daily.
Other Ingredients: soybean oil, gelatin, cellulose (HPMCP), glycerin and water
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