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(please
read this important notice concerning supplement medical claims)
This product may help symptoms of:
- General indigestion
- Gastric reflux
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Heartburn
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Hiatus Hernia
- Anorexia
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Lack of appetite
- Acidic stomach
Stomach bitters are used
to improve digestion. They do so by increasing the secretion of digestive
enzymes and increasing gut motility.
These actions, mediated
via the hormone gastrin, enhance the breakdown of food which then helps
to relieve symptoms of indigestion such as nausea, flatulence, fullness
and gastric discomfort.
Another important function
of gastrin is to tighten the oesophageal sphincter. This reduces the
tendency for reflux of the gastric contents into the oesophagus, a condition
which is seen with hiatus hernia and other causes of reflux, which give
rise to the symptom of heartburn.
The ability of Centaurium
to improve the appetite in those with anorexia can be of use in both
children and adults. It is worthwhile to note that this herb will not
influence a normal appetite.
Mode of Action
- Bitter tonic
- Digestive stimulant
Centaurium owes its action
to the group of compounds called bitter glycosides. The taste of these
substances in the mouth stimulates the appetite and triggers the secretion
of digestive juices in the stomach. This in turn improves the breakdown
of food.
At the same time, the
hormone gastrin is secreted by the walls of the stomach. This enhances
gastric motility and relaxes the pyloric sphincter, which allows food
to pass out of the stomach more easily. The tone of the oesophageal
sphincter also is increased, preventing reflux of food from the stomach
back into the oesophagus, a process which is responsible for the symptoms
of heartburn.
Centaurium also tones
up a 'sluggish' digestion. It enhances the appetite - an action which
may be beneficial in children who are picky eaters, adults recovering
from illnesses, poor eaters or those suffering from anorexia nervosa.
This information is
not intended to replace the advice of a qualified Healthcare Professional.
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