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    2016

    A Novel Delivery System of Peppermint Oil Is an Effective Therapy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms

    Cash BD, Epstein MS, Shah SM

    Published in Digestive Diseases and Sciences

    Methodology

    Randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial of sustained-release small intestine targeted peppermint oil in IBS-M and IBS-D over 4 weeks

    Key Findings

    Peppermint oil reduced total IBS symptom scores significantly more than placebo as early as 24 hours

    Conclusions

    Targeted-release peppermint oil rapidly improves IBS symptoms

    Limitations

    Small sample, short duration, manufacturer sponsorship

    Supplements Studied

    Peppermint oil reduced total IBS symptom scores significantly more than placebo as early as 24 hours

    Related Health Concerns

    IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

    Study Details

    Year:2016
    Sample Size:72
    Duration:4 weeks
    Quality Score:6/10

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