Re: HUH?
#285878 - 10/10/06 08:08 AM
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If the problem is a yeast problem, then you probably do not have IBS. Curing the yeast issue should make your problems disappear. Unless you have a yeast problem AND IBS. Has a doctor diagnosed you?
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Michelle
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yes, a doctor diagnosed me with ibs. How could it only be a yeast problem if i get spasms, attacks, and such. Can a person with soley a yeast problem be like having IBS-C?
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oregano is a herbal supplement for ibs that can be beneficial. and I beleive the capsules are fine, because under oregano in herbal supplements at the bottom, this is stated "Enteric coated oregano oil capsules are also available - the enteric coating ensures that the capsules dissolve in the intestines instead of the stomach, which could cause heartburn."
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...but I am having a hard time deciphering your posts...I have never heard of oregano capsules being beneficial for IBS. I may be wrong, but with some of the feedback you have been given in this post, I would stay clear of it. I don't understand what you think oregano will do for you, especially since it is being marketed for immune support - not digestive issues.
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Michelle
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I just wanted to make the point that you need many tests to rule out anything else before a diagnosis of IBS can be made. If her symptoms are better with treatment for yeast issues, then she may not actually have IBS.
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Michelle
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http://www.helpforibs.com/supplements/oregano.asp
Heather does give Oregano as an herbal supplement to treat IBS (sorry I said otherwise before!). I don't think the people replying to this thread, including me, knew that oregano was something Heather recommended.
However, the product on the Amazon page that you had provided a link for does not say it is enteric coated. Not all capsules are enteric coated, and it may dissolve too quickly, causing you pain.
Have you tried Heather's Peppermint Capsules? I found them more effective than some other supplements I've tried (fennel, ginger etc..).
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Kat
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Thanks, K2.
I didn't realize that Heather recommends oregano either. My apologies for any misconception. I must have fennel, peppermint and ginger drilled into my head 
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Michelle
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I had no idea either! I went and automatically did a search on google for oregano oil and obviously came up with nothing. A simple search on this site would have been more practical. Just for fun here's the list Heather has of herbs: peppermint, fennel, ginger, chamomile, caraway, anise, oregano.
Any idea if this is given in any specific order? Such as order of effectiveness?
Now that I know oregano is good, maybe I'll put a bit extra in my spaghetti sauces 
I still have to say I've had the most success with the Peppermint Caps. I tried fennel caps, and ginger tablets, but they don't seems to help for all symptoms. Ginger is good for nausea though, and fennel for gas/bloating.
Maybe if anyone has tried oregano capsules they could comment here.
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Kat
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Hi again,
Actually, I was just answering someone's question about why one "would" take oregano. I didn't mean to infer I had IBS. Sorry. No, I have, actually "had" IBD... UC. However, I did come across readings in my travels that symptoms of IBS may be improved with antifungals as well. Not having "IBS", can't speak from personal experience. Anyone out there ever try something like that?
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