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Grandma's Stomach Pain Relief
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For a child with stomach pain, a gentle abdominal massage and some warm herbal tea, along with a little tender attention, may bring relief. However if the pain is severe, persists over several hours or is accompanied by diarrhea or vomiting, it may be a more serious condition.
If the abdomen is hard, tight and swollen, appendicitis may be present. Other culprits could be bacteria , viruses, worms or gastrointestinal tumors, Gallstones and infections of the bladder , kidney or ovaries can also cause severe, often colicky pain. In most cases, naturopathy offers effective treatments.
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Natural Herbal Remedies for
Stomach Pain Relief
A naturopathic physician can determine the cause of chronic stomach pain and can offer various forms of natural treatment. The physician my suggest ingesting some medicinal plants or applying gentle abdominal massages with essential oils and compresses to help relieve cramps. Enemas and fasting are often recommended to relieve the burden on digestive organs. Homopathic treatments include aromatherapy, acupressure and herbs.
Stomach Pain Relief with Chamomile
Prepare strong chamomile tea using 1 heaping tablespoon of dried chamomile flowers or 2 tea bags per cup of hot water. To cleanse the abdominal organs, drink the tea in the morning before breakfast and then lie down for 5 minutes on each side, first the right side, then the left, then lie on your back. Click on this link to read more about the incredible Benefits of Chamomile .
Protective Stomach Teas
You can generally depend on chamomile tea to work miracles when you suffer from stomach pain, but there are other teas you can try like; combining about 1 ounce each of fennel seeds, peppermint leaves, lemon-balm leaves, and bitter orange peel. Combine this mixture with 1 teaspoon of chamomile flowers per cup. Drink 2-3 cups daily. The mixture is also helpful and very suitable for children.
Fennel Essential Oil
A gentle massage on the abdomen with fennel oil is especially helpful for children. Mix 4-5 drops of the calming fennel oil with 1 teaspoon of massage oil, such as jojoba. While applying light pressure massage the abdomen in a circular motion. Move your hands in a clockwise direction with little pressure while speaking softly to the child. Mint oil my be substituted for fennel oil.
Acupressure
The "abdomen 36" point may be stimulated to relieve stomach pain. To find the point, place your palms on both kneecaps. Use your ring fingers to press the bony protrusions to the side of the head of the tibia (shin bone). Forcefully massage the area just below it on both legs.
Slight Misalignment
Repeated abdominal pain can also be related to a slight misalignment of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae. Correcting the posture with regular chiropractic adjustments and physical therapy and provide lasting help and many times can cure stomach pain.
Symbiotic Control
Countless helpful intestinal bacteria assist our digestive tracts. However, poor nutrition and antibiotics can give pathogenic bacteria the upper hand, resulting in dysbiosis, a state in which harmful and useful bacteria are out of balance. Diarrhea , constipation , nausea and flatulence can result. Natural bacteria preparations, medicinal plants and special food can be used to restore the healthy interplay of various bacterial strains.
Anti-Acids do More Harm than Good
Acid-binding drugs purchased from a pharmacy can initially provide quick relief for heartburn. However, prolonged use of them can cause the peptic glands to keep producing more acid until they finally shut down, which also causes problems. The following approach is much gentler on your body: Briefly boil linseed in a little water. Add the puffed linseed to chamomile and fennel tea, and drink it for quick relief. Dill is also used to help soothe an upset stomach. For an infusion, use 2 teaspoons of the bruised seeds per cup of boiling water. Steep the tea for 10 minutes and strain. Drink up to 3 cups a day.
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