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Herbal formula improves upper and lower gastrointestinal symptoms and gut health in Australian adults with digestive disorders

This 2020 single-arm, 16-week pre-post study evaluated the NC Gut Relief Formula—a multi-ingredient herbal and nutritional supplement containing curcumin, Aloe vera, slippery elm, guar gum, pectin, peppermint oil, and glutamine—in 43 Australian adults with chronic digestive symptoms. Participants consumed 5 g/day for 4 weeks, then 10 g/day for 4 weeks.

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June 26, 2025 No Comments

Intestinal microbiota in pathophysiology and management of irritable bowel syndrome

This 2014 review examines the role of intestinal microbiota in the pathophysiology and management of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It highlights that alterations in gut microbiota composition, known as dysbiosis, may contribute to IBS symptoms by affecting mucosal immunity, increasing epithelial permeability, and activating sensory-motor dysfunction. The review discusses potential

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