Exploring IBgard: Peppermint Oil’s Gut Health Benefits

In today’s increasingly health-conscious world, the importance of gut health is garnering significant attention, especially when it comes to ways to provide relief and support for individuals experiencing occasional gastrointestinal symptoms. This is where IBgard can help. IBgard capsules are clinically shown to help manage a combination of occasional symptoms, including cramping, diarrhea, bloating, bowel urgency, constipation, and gas.† In this article, we’ll highlight the importance of gut health, highlight IBgard’s key features, and focus on the main ingredient that sets it apart.
 

The Importance of Gut Health

The gut, often referred to as the “second brain”; is home to trillions of bacteria that form a complex ecosystem known as the gut microbiota. This microbiota plays a vital role in various aspects of our health, including our mental and immune health. The microbiota can regulate emotions through the gut-brain axis and can also have a direct effect on our mood and happiness (1). This complex ecosystem also plays a critical role when it comes to our immune system. With 70-80% of immune cells being present in the gut, it is increasingly recognized that the gut microbiota also affects our systemic immune health. (2). Not only can disruption to our gut microbiota influence our overall wellbeing, but when the gut is disrupted, it can lead to a range of occasional symptoms such as bloating, discomfort, and irregular bowel movements that can make living life even more challenging. Although life can be unpredictable and our diet can vary due to accessibility and preferences, one key ingredient can help address these occasional symptoms and help promote balance in your gut – peppermint oil.†
 

The Benefits of Peppermint Oil

IBgard, with its primary ingredient peppermint oil, offers  an herbal and effective solution for individuals seeking management of and relief from occasional gastrointestinal symptoms. Peppermint oil, also referred to as “L-menthol”, is derived from the leaves of the peppermint plant, contains active compounds such as menthol and menthone. These compounds have been found to possess antispasmodic and analgesic properties, helping to relax the muscles of the gastrointestinal tract (3). Peppermint oil has also been shown to support healthy digestion and nutrient support and most importantly, help promote bacterial balance in your gut. IBgard has been formulated using Site-Specific Targeting® (SST) technology to help deliver the peppermint oil to where it is needed, while also minimizing potential for heartburn.†
 

Where to Buy IBgard®

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†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease