Irritable Bowel Syndrome Natural Solutions

The Ultimate Herbal Health eBook Series
Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Natural Solutions
By Brett Elliott - Medical Herbalist
Brett Elliott 2016

INTRODUCTION
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common
and most annoying, painful problems in modern society.
If you suffer from it then you will most likely have found little
long-term help from your doctor and it can be years before
there is any medical solution, if at all.
This is because the causes are very complex, poorly

understood and difficult to treat with conventional drugs.
In this eBook we are going to briefly outline the symptoms,

statistics and proposed causes, then provide you with some
potential natural solutions.
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SYMPTOMS
Diagnostic criteria for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) include
recurrent abdominal pain or discomfort at least 3 days per
month in the past 3 months associated with two or more of
the following:
Improvement (Pain reduction) with defecation

Onset associated with a change in the frequency of
bowel motion
Onset associated with a change in the form
(appearance) of stool; and/or
Criteria fulfilled for the past 3 months with symptom
onset at least 6 months before diagnosis.
Discomfort means an uncomfortable sensation not

described as pain. During screening evaluation, pain or
discomfort frequency must be at least 2 days per week to
qualify subjects for clinical trials. (1)
It is well established that IBS symptoms give feelings of

shame, fearfulness and embarrassment, while patients also
report being misunderstood by their doctors, their family
members and friends. (12)

STATISTICS
You can see in this chart just how common the problem
is worldwide.
To mention just a few, 15-19% of New Zealanders,

10-14% of British and 5-9% of Americans and Australians
are affected.
It is interesting how less than 5% of Chinese and Indian

people have IBS while Mexicans are over 30%. The obvious
question raised here is, has this got something to do with
local dietary habits?

POTENTIAL CAUSES OF IBS
Although the cause of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has
not yet been completely understood, multiple factors appear
to have a role, including composition of the gut micro-flora,
intestinal permeability, immune response and the gut-brain
connection.
Gut microflora
The gastrointestinal microflora is a diverse and numerous
ecosystem that inhabits the entire gastrointestinal tract and
has a systemic influence on our health.
Associations were observed between patients self-reported

symptoms and the presence or quantities of certain gut
bacteria. Among IBS subjects several gut bacterial strains
were significantly reduced. (4)
Microflora activity is different between herbivorous and

carnivorous mammals, reflecting trade-offs between
carbohydrate and protein fermentation. Foodborne microbes
from both diets periodically colonize the gut, including
bacteria, fungi and even viruses. These facts demonstrate
that the gut microflora can rapidly respond to altered diet. (6)
An imbalance of intestinal microflora and/or the presence

of unwanted fungi, bacteria and viruses can disrupt
the sensitive mucous membrane of the gut leading to
inflammation.

Intestinal permeability
On one hand, an intact intestinal barrier protects the human
organism against invasion by micro-organisms and toxins, on
the other hand, this barrier must be open to absorb essential
fluids and nutrients.
Such opposing goals are achieved by very complex anatomy

and physiology. The intestinal barrier represents a huge
mucosal surface, where billions of bacteria face the largest
immune system of our body. (3)
In one study the permeability of colon tissue samples was

found to be significantly higher in patients with IBS compared
to healthy subjects. (5)
This may be caused to disturbances to the microflora

which in turn may have triggered an inflammatory immune
response, resulting in a breakdown of permeable gut barrier.
Immune response
Infectious gastroenteritis is the strongest risk factor for
the development of IBS and increased rates of IBS-like
symptoms have been detected in patients with inflammatory
bowel disease in remission or in celiac disease patients on
a gluten free diet. The number of immune cells in the small
and large intestine of patients with IBS is increased in a
large proportion of patients. (2)
Supporting the immune system and microflora of the gut

may be of assistance, improving digestive processes while
simultaneously reducing gut inflammation and permeability.

The gut-brain connection
The brain, the gut, its microflora and the immune system
present two way communications in health and disease. The
brain, via the nervous system, influences intestinal motility
and fluid secretion (8), intestinal permeability (3), immune
function (10) and gut microflora (11), all of which have
been reported to be out of control with IBS as previously
mentioned.
The mental and emotional connection to the digestive

system is powerful and must be considered in the context
of IBS.
Technically known as the enteric nervous system, the second
brain consists of sheaths of neurons embedded in the
walls of the long tube of our gut, or alimentary canal, which
measures about nine meters end to end from the esophagus
to the anus.
The second brain contains some 100 million neurons, more

than in either the spinal cord or the peripheral nervous
system. (16)
The enteric nervous system uses more than 30

neurotransmitters, just like the brain, and in fact 95 percent
of the bodys serotonin is found in the bowels.
Irritable bowel syndrome also arises in part from too much

serotonin in our entrails, and could perhaps be regarded as a
mental illness of the second brain. (16)

COMMON ALLOPATHIC TREATMENTS
(mainstream treatments)
The most commonly prescribed drugs for IBS include
laxatives, antibiotics, anti- diarrhoeals and anti-depressants.
All of these drugs may provide some temporary relief of

symptoms but none offer a long term solution by way of
treating the actual cause of the problem. The long-term
dietary habits, general gut/digestive health and mental
status may not have been resolved. These need to
be nurtured.
This is when natural herbal solutions come into their own.

NATURAL SOLUTIONS
When looking at a complex multi-faceted problem like IBS
conventional treatments often work short-term but fail to
provide long term relief. This is because the problem can be
subtle and lie largely within the sensitive realm of dietary,
nutritional, emotional and mental concern.
The areas of gut microflora, intestinal permeability, immune

response and gut brain connection all fall into strong
categories for natural and herbal solutions.
Lets look at each of these areas individually.

GUT MICROFLORA
Diet has a marked impact on gut microflora diversity,
understandable given that resident micro-organisms obtain
energy for growth via metabolism of dietary nutrients. (13)
The effect of dietary fiber consumption on the intestinal

microflora composition, was reported from global population
studies with very similar results. Using recent and long-
term dietary questionnaires and stool samples from healthy
human subjects, microflora analysis demonstrated that
diet low in fat and high in dietary fiber was associated with
higher positive bacteria, but diet high in fat was more highly
associated with negative bacteria.
There has been growing concern that even short-term

dietary changes, particularly to a Westernised style diet
(high animal fat, high sugar and low in plant-based fiber)
can rapidly alter the composition and metabolic activity
of resident intestinal microflora, with decreased levels of
beneficial bacteria and increased numbers of bile-tolerant,
inflammation-associated bacteria (13)
Some of the pre-biotic herbs traditionally used to encourage

healthy microflora, reduce negative bacteria and parasites
include:
Slippery Elm Bark

Aloe Vera
Golden Seal
Cloves
Black Walnut

The introduction of Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria in high
dose supplement form or enema may also be useful in
the short term, especially where a gut brain connection is
involved. (14)
In a recent pilot study of elderly persons, the intestinal load

of the positive bacteria lactobacilli was linked to the count
of white blood cells, blood glucose and LDL cholesterol,
all risk markers of inflammation, metabolic syndrome and
cardiovascular disease. (15)
Using plain unsweetened acidophilus yogurt in smoothies on

a regular basis can be of great assistance.
See my Probiotic smoothie recipes here

INTESTINAL PERMEABILITY
The gut barrier plays a key role in the avoidance of
inflammatory responses to the microflora and is regulated by
a finely tuned network of immune mechanisms (3)
Because increased intestinal permeability and inflammation

go hand in hand, natural methods to reduce intestinal
inflammation will be useful.
A diet rich in plant and vegetable fiber has shown to greatly

reduce inflammation. A recent demonstration from the
Nurses Health study that subjects had 50% lower risk for
the development of Crohns disease, which was directly
associated with long-term ingestion of a diet rich in fruit and
vegetable fiber. (13)
The Herbal Detox diet plan promotes a pure fruit and

vegetable diet and has been reported to assist with IBS.
Powerful triggers for inflammation are the presence of

microorganisms in sites where they do not belong.
Microorganisms contain structures alien to the body.

Bacteria and fungi, for example, have cell walls in contrast
to human cells that lack these structures, and viruses have
unique forms of DNA and RNA. Cells and molecules involved
in the inflammatory defense system react immediately
against these foreign elements; they are danger signals to
the body. (15)

Again this points to supporting the microflora, as above,
while also introducing these anti parasitic, antifungal and
anti-inflammtory agents.
Golden Seal (pictured)

Cloves
Black Walnut
Wormwood
Herbal Teas to reduce inflammation and therefore intestinal

permeability include:
Raspberry
Peppermint
Chamomile
Ginger
Red bush
Try a mixture of
these teas in your
teapot and drink
2-3 cups daily.

IMMUNE RESPONSE
The intestinal immune system has developed a tightly
regulated control to optimize the protection against
pathogens, while at the same time avoiding unnecessary
immune activity. (15)
Supporting the entire immune system along with the

already mentioned anti-inflammatory agents, pre-biotics and
probiotics will be the best approach.
You can use foods to do this:
Mushrooms - which boost our immunity

Garlic - high in sulfur which boost immunity, other
sulphur rich foods, leeks, brassica
Vitamin C - anything fresh will contain Vitamin C
especially lemons, oranges, kiwifruit and fresh green
and fruit smoothies
Colloidal silver - Antimicrobial
Aloe vera juice - 50ml daily
Herbs and spices in general will help boost
your immunity

MEDITATION
Going back to the brain gut connection, there is an important
role for the nervous system to play in IBS. Meditation can
play a major part here.
One randomized controlled trial demonstrated that

mindfulness training has a substantial therapeutic effect on
bowel symptom severity, improved health-related quality of
life, and reduced distress. (7)
Interestingly, changes in quality of life, psychological

distress, and visceral anxiety were not significantly different
between groups immediately after treatment, but evidenced
significantly greater improvements in the meditation group at
the 3-month follow-up. (7)
This makes sense, as the effects of meditation are known to

increase over time.
See my Meditation method

FURTHER DIETARY ADVICE
There is a lot of theories on dietary advice for IBS but nothing
that is conclusive or that can applied to everybody.
Some things seem fairly obvious when you look at the

research. Inflammatory foods, lack of pre-biotic containing
fruits and vegetables and low fiber intake must all be
aggravating factors.
FOODS TO AVOID
Irritating food for the digestive system, includes the following:
Red Meats
Added Sugar
Processed foods in general (including pasta)
Processed grains especially wheat, and other products
containing gluten, pasta, pastry, cake etc.
Too many nuts and legumes like baked beans,
chickpeas and lentils
Gas forming foods - Raw cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli
Dont follow a raw food salad diet until the IBS
symptoms have gone, as it can introduce too many
immediate micro-organisms

RECOMMENDED FOODS
Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables (try stewed apples)
Cooked root vegetables are good (except potatoes)
Vegetable Soups, mushroom, pumpkin, parsnip
Chicken and fish (instead of red meats)
Probiotic drinks and yoghurt smoothies
Digestive herbs and mild-medium spices especially
turmeric, mint, cinnamon, rosemary, cumin, corriander
Black tea and herbal teas (see above)
For more ideas see our recipes page here

HERBAL PROGRAM
Follow the detox diet plan outlined above for 60 days
alongside a 60 day Ultimate Irritable Bowel Program
The program is designed to cleanse, heal, soothe and

regulate bowel function.
Follow up Plan
I would recommend continuing with the dietary advice
until IBS symptoms have been absent for over 3 months,
preferably 6 months, then gradually introducing foods as you
feel comfortable.
Long term it would be best to minimize the inflammatory,

acid forming foods mentioned and keep up the good food
and herbs.
It is always good to complete a Herbal Detox at least once

a year and you can also use our other herbal products to
continue your journey.
The Ultimate Herbal SLIM To achieve your ideal weight

Visit the ideal weight calculator here
BodiTune Drink or Boditune Capsules To help maintain a

healthy and regular digestive system

RESULTS
You can see some comments below from IBS sufferers who
have completed our Ultimate Herbal DETOX program or visit
the reviews page here.
Ultimate Herbal Health Program Reviews
I hope this Ebook has been helpful and please share

your comments if you also find success with our
recommendations.
Many Blessings
Brett Elliott

COMMENTS FROM PEOPLE WHO
HAVE FOLLOWED OUR PLAN
No more irritable bowel after 36 years! - Jacky
I recently did two of the Ultimate DETOX within 5 weeks of

each other. I have suffered irritable bowel for most of my
36 years. Since doing this DETOX approx 7-8 weeks ago I
have never felt better, having regular bowel motions.
I will try another DETOX in approx 6 months time to keep my

body rid of toxins. I have eliminated meat, and bread from
my diet, and have had no problems with my bowels since.
I wish to thank you for your help. Two family members have
since done the DETOX and are feeling brighter than before.
Please add me to your membership I look forward to any
updates that you may have.
Regards
Jacky

I experienced massive benefits for my
irritable bowel syndrome
After I spent 2 years with a gastroenterologist for my irritable

bowel syndrome with little or no result, I took the Ultimate
DETOX. Within a week I had reached my ideal weight and
felt my energy return. I now have less pain and bloating and
have been absolutely amazed at the results.
Brian

References:
(1) Longstreth, G. F. et al. Functional bowel disorders.
Gastroenterology 130, 14801491 (2006).
(2) The immune system in irritable bowel

syndrome. PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
pubmed/22148103?dopt=Abstract&holding=npg
(3) Intestinal permeability--a new target for disease

prevention and therapy. PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.
gov/pubmed/25407511?dopt=Abstract&holding=npg
(4) Association of symptoms with gastrointestinal microbiota

in irritable bowel syndrome. PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.
nih.gov/pubmed/20857523?dopt=Abstract&holding=npg
(5) Impaired intestinal barrier integrity in the colon of

patients with irritable bowel syndrome: involvement of
soluble mediators. PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
(6) Diet rapidly and reproducibly alters the human gut

microbiome. PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
(7) Mindfulness training reduces the severity of irritable

bowel syndrome in women: results of a randomized
controlled trial. PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/

(8) Functional GI disorders: from animal models to drug
development. PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
(10) Stress system--organization, physiology and

immunoregulation. PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
(11) Brain-gut microbiome interactions and functional

bowel disorders. PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
(12) A focus group assessment of patient

perspectives on irritable bowel syndrome and illness
severity. PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
(13) Review article: dietary fibremicrobiota interactions.

PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/
PMC4949558/
(14) The impact of gut microbiota on brain and behaviour:

implications for psychiatry. PUBMED http://www.ncbi.nlm.
nih.gov/pubmed/26372511
(15) Gut Microbiota and Inflammation. PUBMED http://www.

ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3257638/
(16) Think Twice: How the Guts Second Brain Influences

Mood and Well-Being. The scientific American http://www.
scientificamerican.com/article/gut-second-brain/

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The Ultimate Herbal Health eBook Series

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Brett Elliott 2016

This is because the causes are very complex, poorly

In this eBook we are going to briefly outline the symptoms,

Brett Elliott 2016 1

Improvement (Pain reduction) with defecation

Discomfort means an uncomfortable sensation not

It is well established that IBS symptoms give feelings of

Brett Elliott 2016 2

To mention just a few, 15-19% of New Zealanders,

It is interesting how less than 5% of Chinese and Indian

Brett Elliott 2016 3

Associations were observed between patients self-reported

Microflora activity is different between herbivorous and

An imbalance of intestinal microflora and/or the presence

Brett Elliott 2016 4

Such opposing goals are achieved by very complex anatomy

In one study the permeability of colon tissue samples was

This may be caused to disturbances to the microflora

Supporting the immune system and microflora of the gut

Brett Elliott 2016 5

The mental and emotional connection to the digestive

The second brain contains some 100 million neurons, more

The enteric nervous system uses more than 30

Irritable bowel syndrome also arises in part from too much

Brett Elliott 2016 7

All of these drugs may provide some temporary relief of

This is when natural herbal solutions come into their own.

Brett Elliott 2016 8

The areas of gut microflora, intestinal permeability, immune

Lets look at each of these areas individually.

Brett Elliott 2016 9

The effect of dietary fiber consumption on the intestinal

There has been growing concern that even short-term

Some of the pre-biotic herbs traditionally used to encourage

Slippery Elm Bark

Brett Elliott 2016 10

In a recent pilot study of elderly persons, the intestinal load

Using plain unsweetened acidophilus yogurt in smoothies on

See my Probiotic smoothie recipes here

Brett Elliott 2016 11

Because increased intestinal permeability and inflammation

A diet rich in plant and vegetable fiber has shown to greatly

The Herbal Detox diet plan promotes a pure fruit and

Powerful triggers for inflammation are the presence of

Microorganisms contain structures alien to the body.

Brett Elliott 2016 12

Golden Seal (pictured)

Herbal Teas to reduce inflammation and therefore intestinal

Brett Elliott 2016 13

Supporting the entire immune system along with the

You can use foods to do this:

Mushrooms - which boost our immunity

Brett Elliott 2016 14

One randomized controlled trial demonstrated that

Interestingly, changes in quality of life, psychological

This makes sense, as the effects of meditation are known to

See my Meditation method

Brett Elliott 2016 15

Some things seem fairly obvious when you look at the

Brett Elliott 2016 16

For more ideas see our recipes page here

Brett Elliott 2016 17