Peppermint capsules and GERD?
#316923 - 10/18/07 12:19 PM
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caputsky
Reged: 03/24/07
Posts: 256
Loc: Baltimore, MD
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Hi all,
I have been wanting to try the peppermint caps for a while now, but I have GERD and am worried that they will make my acid reflux flair. So I was wondering if anyone here with reflux uses the peppermint caps and if their experience is positive/negative. Thanks!
Julie
IBS-D, GERD, lactose intolerant
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I have fairly severe GERD and the peppermint IS NOT okay for me. I cannot drink the peppermint tea or the fennel tea for that matter. I have trouble with lots of things due to my reflux and unfortunately some of the best things for IBS is off limits due to my reflux. Mine is so bad that I am seriously considering a stomach wrap to keep my flap closed.
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Hi there!
I think you should try it yourself. After all that's the only way to find out if it works or not for you. And I mean, it wouldn't be dangerous to try. If your reflux gets worse from them then you know that, but you won't do any harm by trying. And if they work, then great.
I have just ordered some to try. I have reflux problems but they are pretty mild. Sometimes it's worse but that's typically just for a couple of days at a time and I can in general tolerate peppermint tea, so I think the capsules will be ok for me.
/Ulrika 
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