Healthnotes Newswire (May 24, 2007)—Chronic digestive problems are often a sign of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), but sometimes other undiagnosed conditions are the real cause. New research suggests that people with an accurate diagnosis of IBS could benefit from taking peppermint oil.
IBS is a common digestive disorder marked by abdominal bloating and discomfort, gas, and loose stools or constipation, or episodes of each. Its cause remains unknown, but stress appears to be an important contributing factor.
