Herbal Treatment for Gas

Many herbs are effective in the treatment of gas and other digestive issues. Ranging from anise to cinnamon, herbs provide effective relief for gas along with other symptoms, and cause few if any side effects. Most herbal preparations for digestive problems can be purchased at a health food store. Single dried herbs can be purchased online or grown at home.

Anise

• The herb anise has the interesting characteristic of tasting like licorice. It has been used throughout history in foods as well as medicines. The Greeks used it in the treatment of chronic coughs. Not wanting to be outdone, the Romans used it as an ingredient in a cake that was eaten during gigantic food fests. Not only was the ingredient anise incorporated into foods because of its unique flavor, it also helped to assist with digestion, as well as limiting gas. Anise was also used many years ago as a sexual aid, for colic and to relieve nausea. Anise is an overall great stomach aid and stomach pain reliever.

  You can drink anise tea today to aid in the digestive process and it gets rid of gas pains in the stomach. Simply steep some anise in boiling water, strain and drink for relief.

Basil and Rosemary

• Basil may not be the first choice of herbalists for treating various ailments, but it is still recommended as an effective means of treating gas symptoms. It is considered a carmenative herb, which means it can relieve gas. Drinking basil in tea form helps with the process of digestion. Additionally, drinking basil tea can also help with symptoms of vomiting, cramping and constipation.

  The herb rosemary can also be used to treat gas problems and indigestion. Many herbal teas contain rosemary and can be purchased at a health food store. Make your own rosemary tea at home by steeping dried rosemary in boiling water, straining and drinking.

Cinnamon

• Cinnamon is commonly used in natural home remedies and is effective in treating stomach complaints. Like basil, cinnamon has carmenative properties, making it a good choice to relieve flatulence, nausea and stomach upset. It may also help in relieving diarrhea.

  If these herbal and natural remedies don't remedy your gas problem, see your physician for more effective treatment plans.