IBS

No one likes to talk about stomach problems. One in five Americans though is said to have Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a "disorder characterized most commonly by cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea." Those with IBS may try to control it with what they eat, managing their daily stress or by medication.

In the article "10 Drugs with Great Alternatives," Gale Maleskey suggests that a natural remedy for people with IBS, peppermint oil. Peppermint oil helps to smooth gastrointestinal muscle spasms, reduce abdominal pain and gas, and decrease diarrhea. Those with IBS may also want to take fiber supplements.