Whether stress-related stomach pain or stinging stomach cramps after a greasy meal – it is often the healing effect of herbal preparations such as medicinal herbal teas, which can relieve gastrointestinal complaints. Many natural medicinal plants and medicinal herbs from the home garden can help with stomach complaints. We have compiled for you a small medicinal herbology with the ten most effective medicinal herbs for stomach complaints.
1) Bitter ribbon flower: regulates the stomach muscles.
This medicinal plant has a decongestant effect on the stomach muscles, but equally stimulates the mobility of the stomach. That is why bitter ribbon flower is considered a proven herbal remedy for stomach cramps, flatulence and bloating. In addition, it protects against stomach ulcers, inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract and has a preventive effect against gastritis and heartburn.
2) Angelica root: relieves stomach cramps.
Those who suffer from bloating and mild flatulence can soothe their stomach with the help of the healing properties of angelica root. The essential oils and bitter substances of the healing root relieve intestinal and stomach cramps, thus alleviating flatulence as well as bloating, and also have an antimicrobial effect. In the form of teas or as a component of herbal preparations, angelica root can exert its anti-inflammatory effect and prevent stomach ulcers. In addition, the medicinal plant serves as an appetite stimulant, if the feeling of hunger should ever fail due to stomach problems.
3) Chamomile flower: the classic medicinal plant for the stomach.
Chamomile is probably the most time-honored medicinal herbal home remedy for gastritis and to soothe the gastrointestinal tract. That is why it is recommended to drink chamomile tea in case of diarrhea and gastrointestinal disorders. The mild and healing plant extract of chamomile has a decongestant and soothing effect on the stomach and nerves. It also regulates the production of gastric acid, has an anti-inflammatory effect and prevents stomach ulcers.
4) Caraway fruit: Helps with stomach cramps and flatulence.
Many digestive remedies contain caraway seeds. And not for nothing, because the healing spice from the Far East regulates gastric acid production and, moreover, prevents stomach cramps and colic. The essential oils in the seeds of the medicinal plant reduce the formation of fermentation gases in the intestines and thus counteract flatulence. If increased stomach pain and stomach cramps occur after excessive consumption of high-fat and flatulent food, caraway tea can therefore help.
5) Milk thistle fruit: protects against stomach ulcers.
Milk thistle has a very special healing effect: it protects the cells and prevents the development of stomach ulcers. In addition, milk thistle regulates the production of gastric acid and helps with stomach cramps.
6) Melissa leaves: for a troubled stomach.
For an upset stomach, lemon balm leaves can help. The ingredients of lemon balm leaves have a decongestant and analgesic effect on the stomach. A freshly brewed tea from lemon balm leaves also stimulates bile production and revives sluggish digestion.
7) Peppermint leaves: aromatic freshness for the stomach.
Because of its refreshing taste, peppermint is considered a herbal miracle cure for nausea and stomach cramps. Drinking peppermint tea prevents inflammation of the stomach and stomach ulcers. In case of gastritis, however, the minty medicinal plant should only be enjoyed in moderation, as its high menthol content could further irritate the stomach. 5 facts about mint – Silke Hamann
8) Celandine: Gets a sluggish stomach going.
This medicinal herb, also called wartwort, promotes the activity of the stomach. Its bitter substances, alkaloids and flavones have a calming and antispasmodic effect, but at the same time boost the entire digestive system. But be careful: because of its alkaloids, celandine is one of the native poisonous plants. It should therefore not be consumed directly, but only in the form of ready medicinal plant preparations, for example as globules.
9) Licorice root: beneficial medicinal herb for the stomach.
The healing plant extracts of licorice root can relieve stomach cramps and counteract the development of stomach ulcers. In addition, the medicinal herb root regulates the acid formation in the stomach. The medicinal plant is also known as a component of licorice. However, the bitter-tasting sweet is not said to have any healing effect.
10) Fennel: Against stomach cramps and flatulence.
This cultivated and medicinal plant from Central Europe has a high content of potassium and essential oils, which have a soothing effect on the gastrointestinal system. Because of its mild taste, fennel tea is also popular as an herbal medicinal drink to relieve flatulence and bloating in babies and young children.
