Diarrhea is a type of digestive disorder that leads to loose and watery stools that increases the urgency to go washroom frequently. Diarrhea can be caused by any bacteria, virus or food poisoning.
If you are suffering from diarrhea then the food you eat passes through the digestive system too quickly that the nutrient absorption becomes low and the body becomes weak.Diarrhea for shorter duration does not create a problem but when it worsens and continues for a week then it creates problems. It is a common cause of infant death in developing countries and developed countries.
Diarrhea leads to loss of body fluids to such an extent that it leads to electrolyte imbalance and lack of potassium in the body. This is the reason that awareness is created among people to give electoral solutions whenever diarrhea occurs .There are five types of diarrhea that can occur in the human body like secretory, osmotic, exudative, motility-related and inflammatory. Some people take dysentery as diarrhea but this is not true as in dysentery blood comes along with the stool.Though there are several medications available for the treatment of diarrhea but some gentle herbs that will cure diarrhea are equally good with no side-effects. Some of the effective herbs for the treatment of diarrhea are given below.
12 Herbal Remedies For Diarrhea
GoldensealÂ
The herb Goldenseal is the native of North America. This herb contains a compound known as berberine which fights with the bacteria causing diarrhea. You can take this herb in the form of tablet, capsule or extract. This is easily available at all the drug stores. The recommended dosage is 4 to 6 grams per day.
BilberryÂ
The herb bilberry was used by Germans first for the treatment of diarrhea. This herb has very good astringent properties. The recommended dosage of bilberry is 4 grams of the dried berries and not the fresh berries as they can worsen your problem.
However this herb is not recommended for heart patients. The bilberry can be taken in the form of tea, dried powder or capsules and tablets. The recommended dosage is 200 mg capsule twice a day.
CarobÂ
The herb carob contains a high component of fiber which helps in the digestion of food properly. You can take carob by making a powder of it and dissolving the powder in water. The recommended dosage is 75-100 grams. This should be taken preferably at the bedtime.
Quercetin
The herb quercetin is a plant which has a base of flavonoid. This herb reduces the inflammation in the stomach and digestive tract due to diarrhea. The recommended dosage of this herb is 250-500 mg.It gives relief from other symptoms of diarrhea also.
ChamomileÂ
The herb chamomile gives a soothing effect on the stomach when you are suffering from diarrhea. You can take this herb by making a tea from the leaves of the chamomile. You can also buy dried powder of the chamomile to make tea.The chamomile tea can be taken three times a day to get relief from the symptoms of diarrhea. Chamomile comes in combination with other herbs also and you can also take this combination in consultation with your doctor.
Marshmallow RootÂ
The roots of marshmallow herb are very effective in the cure of diarrhea. Soak a part of the root of the marshmallow in water. The next morning take the strained water. You can drink this water three times a day to get relief from the symptoms of diarrhea.
PsylliumÂ
Psyllium is a soluble herb that is obtained from the husks of the plant called plant age avatar. This is a fibrous plant which gives bulkiness in the intestine and assimilates the water in the colon giving a hard stool. This herb can be taken in the form of a powder by mixing it with water.
GeraniumÂ
The geranium is anti-spasmodic, anti-infectious and astringent herb that helps to give relief from all the symptoms of diarrhea and dysentery. This herb can be taken in the form of infusion, capsules and as a fluid extract.The recommended dosage of this herb is 15-20 grams a day. If you want to take it as an infusion then one ounce of this herb has to be mixed with one pint of water.
MeadowsweetÂ
The herb meadowsweet is the native herb of Europe. This herb is diuretic, diaphoretic, astringent, anti-inflmmatory and antibacterial which makes it useful for indigestion and cures the symptoms of diarrhea. It can be taken in the form of infusion, tincture or extract.The recommended dosage of this herb is one teaspoon in one cup of water for the infusion and around 10-50 drops of tincture which can be taken thrice in a day. This herb is very useful for the treatment of diarrhea in children as it is mild and effective. But it is not advised for the patients that are allergic to aspirin.
Oregon GraperootÂ
Oregon graperoot slows down the passage of the stool in the small intestine and prevents the growth of bacteria on the walls of the intestine. This herb can be taken by making its infusion or the liquid extract.The recommended dosage of this herb is around 20 drops of the infusion four times a day. The liquid extract of one ounce has to be mixed with one pint of water.
Slippery ElmÂ
The herb slippery elm is the native of South Canada.The properties of this herb are that it is diuretic,anti-inflammatory,soothes muscle tissues,fastens healing processand remove the toxins from the body.This herb can be taken in the form of tea,capsules,tablets or as a cereal.The recommended dosage of this herb is a capsule of 200mg can be taken twice a day.The tea can be taken thrice a day and you can add honey to the tea to sweeten it.
NoniÂ
Noni herb is the native of the Pacific Islands.The herb noni has analgesic properties which makes it good for the treatment of diarrhea,fever and pain in the abdomen.This herb is easily available in the form of juice or liquid concentrate.Noni juice contains lots of vitamins,mineral and antioxidants. However this herb is not recommended for pregnant,nursing women,children and people with liver or kidney problems.
Caution: Please use Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.
