NATURAL SOLUTIONS FOR COMMON DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS
As a nutritionist, I have found that the majority of my patients experience some type of digestive distress on a regular basis. Whether it is gas, bloating, reflux, constipation or diarrhea, many people learn to live with their discomfort by self 
medicating with over the counter anti-gas tablets, antacids, or laxatives. While these medications may alleviate symptoms, they do not get to the root cause and can have long term adverse effects.Symptoms arise when the gastrointestinal (GI) system becomes compromised due to unhealthy dietary choices, food sensitivities, food allergies, poor eating/lifestyle habits, nutritional deficiencies, stress, toxins, aging, or medication use. Making diet and lifestyle changes along with supplementing with high quality vitamins, minerals, and herbs can help to restore healthy GI function.
➽ Key beneficial supplements designed to support GI health include:
• Zinc carnosine (Metagenics Zinlori75) and HCl and pepsin (Metagenics Metagest) to address symptoms such as stomach spasms, burping and bloating after meals.
• Soothing herbs (Metagenics Ulcinex) help ease stomach burning, aching, or pain.
• Digestive enzymes (Metagenics Azeo-Pangen Extra Strength), lipotropic nutrients (Metagenics Lipo-Gen), along with GI supportive nutrients and herbs (Metagenics Endefen) can help with fullness in your abdomen, aid in the digestion of fats, and address diarrhea that occurs shortly after eating.
• Herbs that promote digestive healing (Metagenics Glutagenics), probiotics (Metagenics Ultra Flora IB), and antispasmodic and carminative herbs (Metagenics Intesol) help with pain or discomfort in your colon, gas and bloating that is felt after eating raw fruits and vegetables.
If you are seeking relief from your digestive complaints, I recommend working under the guidance of a licensed nutritionist who can create a diet and supplement plan specific to your needs. At Ellicott City Pharmacy, we offer nutrition counseling and are proud to carry an extensive selection of high quality supplements, many of which are from practitioner brands that are trusted by health professionals. Visit us at our pharmacy, online, or on Facebook to learn more about our products, services, and our free monthly classes.
Margo Gladding, MS, CNS, LDN
Margo Gladding is an herbalist and licensed nutritionist who teaches classes and provides private consultations at Ellicott City Pharmacy. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a Master of Science degree in Herbal Medicine. She currently serves on the Maryland State Board of Dietetic Practice. Margo has over 7 years of experience working in an integrative pharmacy and loves helping people learn more about nutrition and herbs.
Joan Kim, RPh.
Joan is the owner and chief pharmacist at Ellicott City Pharmacy. She graduated from St. John’s University School of pharmacy in NYC. Joan brings with her 20 years of experience as a pharmacist. She has a special interest in natural products and homeopathic medicines, and as mother of six children, she is also a great source of information in the area of children’s health, postpartum care, and infant care.
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9338 Baltimore National Pike Unit #11
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