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Research: COMAR and KIRBY,
Listed in Issue 123
Abstract
COMAR and KIRBY, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Department of Internal Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, USA, have reviewed (146 references) herbal medicines used for complaints of the digestive system. Abstract: An estimated 51% of patients with gastrointestinal disorders have tried some form of complementary or alternative medicine. Indeed, 10% of alternative medicines are being used for digestive symptoms. After prayer or spiritual healing, herbal medicine is the second most common CAM therapy. While herbal products make numerous health-related claims, those that have been systematically evaluated are unfortunately few. The modern gastroenterologist must be up to date with the regulations, side effects, and possible benefits of specific herbal products used by patients with gastrointestinal disorders.
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References
Comar KM, Kirby DF. Herbal remedies in gastroenterology. Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology 39 (6): 457-468, Jul 2005.
