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Peppermint Oil Suggestion/help UK

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matt57085
matt57085

My gastro consultant has suggested i try some peppermint oil. I'm in the UK and would like some advice on what make/brand people have found good , tablets or capsules? and if they work/help?

My Thanks👍

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  • AndyUK
    AndyUK matt57085

    Posted

    Hi Matt,

    I got the capsules from Holland & Barrett, they come in a small green jar. They do help to cool down my stomach if it feels like it's on fire..

    Andy

    • matt57085
      matt57085 AndyUK

      Posted

      Thanks Andy👍 Are they enteric coated as suggested by Martin?

      What strength are they?

      Thanks

  • martin31040
    martin31040 matt57085

    Posted

    Hi, you need the enteric coated peppermint capsules, basically enteric coated ones pass through the stomach and dissolve in intestines, peppermint is a anti-spasmodic and anti-inflammatory and they can work to some degree, worth trying, ask at a pharmacy they sell them, enteric coated ones.

    • matt57085
      matt57085 martin31040

      Posted

      Thanks Martin 👍

      I've been looking around, what strength would you recommend?

      Matt

    • martin31040
      martin31040 matt57085

      Posted

      Hi, I take Mintec capsules, strength 0.2 mils peppermint oil, taken before meals.

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