If you are experiencing stomach issues and would like to learn about natural remedies, you should consider galangal and calamus. While you should always consult with a doctor before ingesting anything unusual, this article provides details about the two remedies.
Galangal
We have a very basic understanding of how galangal works. Essentially, it is believed to act as a natural stomach treatment by blocking the receptors associated with inflammation. Though conclusive evidence is still missing, many believe galangal specifically assists in treating inflammation, fever, gas, and spasms, all of which may effect the stomach. While the lack of hard evidence may turn some away from using galangal as a natural stomach treatment, galangal has the advantage of being considered safe for consumption for everyone save pregnant and breastfeeding women, with no negative side effects. This is good news for someone already experiencing painful stomach issues. Galangal can be purchased as a supplement, tincture, or powder. Some galangal products will explicitly say that their product works as a natural stomach treatment, among other uses. Galangal is sometimes also sold dried, but fresh galangal will work better as a stomach treatment.
Calamus
Calamus is known as a natural stomach treatment, as well as helping to end digestive disorders, bronchitis, sinusitis, arthritis, and a number of other ailments. The origins of calacmus’ effects are not understood very well, but doctors think it may cause relaxation of muscles, which somehow translates to assisting stomach pains. It has yet to be conclusively proven, but calamus is though by some to be a prime natural stomach treatment because it can assist with many stomach issues such as gas, stomach upset, ulcers, and resulting appetite loss. Medicinal properties specifically come from the root, and calamus can be purchased in supplemental form.
Eating large amounts of calamus will probably induce vomiting, as your body attempts to protect itself from harmful toxins. Pregnant or nursing women should never take calamus for any reason. You should avoid using calamus as a natural stomach treatment if you take depression or sedative medication, among other medications. You should always consult a doctor before considering calamus as a natural stomach treatment, regardless of health issues or medicinal use. It should be noted that calamus is more of a last resort or experimental treatment for stomach issues, as it is no longer formally recognized as a stomach treatment in the United States, despite compelling evidence to suggest it’s worth.
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Daniel, M. Medicinal Plants: Chemistry and Properties . Enfield, NH: Science, 2006. Print.