Many people suffer with ongoing digestive issues such as reflux and heartburn. Enjoying rich food, drinking alcohol or experiencing stress can result in a range of uncomfortable gastrointestinal digestive problems.
What is Silicolgel?
Silicolgel is an oral gel which coats the stomach with a protective lining. Toxins and irritants bind to the gel once ingested and are released through the digestive system.
It contains silicic acid which is a compound of silicon and oxygen, the two most abundant elements on earth. In Europe, products containing silicic acid are widely used to treat gastrointestinal complaints.
It is particularly good at relieving upper gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach pain, abdominal discomfort, flatulence, reflux, nausea and heartburn. These symptoms can be embarrassing and painful for individuals and can even prevent people from eating out or visiting friends for social occasions through fear of an attack or reaction to food which may trigger uncomfortable consequences.
Silicolgel is a natural alternative to help make everyday living more comfortable especially where people find they may not be getting enough relief from other OTC or prescribed medications.
What Causes Acid Reflux?
Sugar, refined grains and alcohol can promote inflammation and wreak havoc on digestion. Many people will see improvements in symptoms and overall health if they reduce or eliminate them from their diet. Often, even a temporary break can reduce inflammation and promote healing of digestive tissues and help with associated symptoms such as pain and fatigue.
Drinking fluids with meals can dilute stomach acid which may affect how our food is broken down. Chronically low stomach acid is thought to lead to malabsorption of nutrients as well as causing pathogenic bacteria to grow in the stomach causing digestive symptoms. Overgrowth of bacteria can be associated with reflux which can be avoided by supporting adequate stomach acid levels.
Silicol Gel works at removing pathogens, irritants, and toxins by acting like a magnet in the stomach to help absorb any of these harmful substances and remove them easily through the digestive system.
Night time reflux, which can be exacerbated by overindulging in alcohol, can be relieved by taking Silicolgel before bed which will also help prevent a sore throat in the morning.
Will Silicolgel Help With IBS?
There are many studies showing the anti-inflammatory effect of Silicolgel and its benefits for IBS in particular. Irritable Bowel Syndrome is estimated to affect 10% to 20% of the general population in Ireland and is twice as common in women compared with men.
A single tablespoonful of Silicol Gel can be taken up to three times a day. It should be taken at least one hour before or after the intake of other medicines. It is suitable for vegetarians, vegans, and is gluten free. There are no known side effects or contraindications.
If you do suffer from any digestive complaints including reflux or IBS symptoms, why not try Silicolgel to help soothe and heal your system.
Davina Dowling Nutritional Therapist
