Colic
Also known as: Intestinal Colic
Description
Colic is severe abdominal Pain (Intestinal Cramps) with waves of Pain seconds or minutes apart caused by partial or complete obstruction or irritation of the Intestines or Gall Bladder or Constipation.
These Substances may Prevent or Treat Colic
Hormones
Melatonin may help to prevent and treat (childhood) Colic. [1]
Microorganisms
Bifidobacteria lactis may help to prevent and treat Colic in infants. [2]
Streptococcus thermophilus may help to prevent/treat Colic in infants. [3]
These Foods/Herbs may Alleviate Colic
Herbs
Angelica (tea) may alleviate Colic. [4]
Aniseed (tea) may alleviate Colic. [5]
Lemon Balm (tea) may alleviate Colic. [6]
Blue Cohosh reputedly alleviates Colic (according to folklore).
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