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Tummy Tamers Peppermint Oil Capsules (1 bottle)*

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Linda from cazenovia, NY
Purchased on 2/12/2013
Reviewed on 3/10/2013

my son does not feel that these caps are doing anything for him. he is 16 and it is nit easy to get these caps at the right time of empty stomach especially since he is in school. he has been taking them since they so quickly arrived, but only 1 to 2 a

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Heather says:

Hi there,

I'm sorry to hear that the peppermint oil capsules arent' working well for your son.

The maximum dose on the capsules is 3 in a day, so if he can make it work in his schedule to do the 3rd one,that might help. They do need to be taken on an empty stomach, so about 2 hours after eating, or 15 minutes to an hour before eating.

The other thing I would recommend would be peppermint or fennel tea. Peppermint will help with pain and urgency, the fennel with bloating and gas. Or, any form of peppermint, like Altoids mints can help if tea isn't an option.

If you and your son decide that the peppermint capsules just aren't working, you can return them even if they've been opened for a refund.

Please let us know if we can be of further assistance.
Best regards,
Alieta
Heather's Tummy Care representative

Product*	Jayne from Allen, TX Purchased on 2/15/2013 Reviewed on 3/8/2013
HAS HELPED ME MORE THAN AYTHING I HAVE USED

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Product*	David from Whitesboro, TX Purchased on 2/13/2013 Reviewed on 3/6/2013
Great Results
I have been suffering from IBS for about 20 years , I'm now 46 . I have tried several different products over the years to calm my stomach down without good results.Prior to finding these Peppermint caps ,I can say that these peppermint caps do the job great , I don't suffer from heart burn , but i do get the occasional Peppermint taste in my mouth 15-20 minutes after taking these , but its very tolerable for me , kinda like having a mint in your mouth for a few minutes .Thanks for a great Product that really works ..
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Judy from New Baden, IL
Purchased on 2/12/2013
Reviewed on 3/5/2013

Not sure if it helps or not.

I suffer with IBS-C and have horrible gas/bloating. Sometimes I feel like the peppermint tabs help and other times I'm still miserable and don't feel like they help at all.

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Heather says:

Hi Judy - I'm so sorry you're having mixed results. Bloating seems to be the most difficult IBS symptom to manage. It can help to take 3 pep caps a day, every single day, for at least a week. If you have the Fennel Tummy Tea as well, which is specifically for bloating and gas, drink as many cups of tea per day for the first several days as possible. If you can 'overwhelm' your gut for the first few days that can help get on top of the bloating and gas.

Also check here http://www.helpforibs.com/footer/bloating.asp for helpful ideas for bloating in general, what to avoid, things to try, etc.

Best,
Heather

Product*	Peggy from ClearLake, WA Purchased on 2/12/2013 Reviewed on 3/5/2013
Happy with the product and fast delivery!
I have used your products for years, and I appreciate your fast service and the quality of your products. Highly recommend them!
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Product*	Candace from Portland, OR Purchased on 2/8/2013 Reviewed on 3/3/2013
All good!
Great product, good service.
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Product*	Kristine from Denver, CO Purchased on 2/5/2013 Reviewed on 2/26/2013
Great

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Product*	Trena from Clarksburg, WV Purchased on 2/3/2013 Reviewed on 2/24/2013
Awesome
I have had IBS since 1975. Doctors always wanted to treat symptoms after episodes. Since I found Heather's sight and changed my whole diet and taking the peppermint oil capsules I haven't had any episodes. Thank you so much Heather.
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Product*	Kevin from Windsor, MA Purchased on 2/2/2013 Reviewed on 2/23/2013
The peppermint pills really work
We have referred a couple people to your website!
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Product*	Rosemary from Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria Purchased on 1/11/2013 Reviewed on 2/22/2013
An excellent product - wish it was available in UK

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Product*	Karen from Wasco, OR Purchased on 1/31/2013 Reviewed on 2/21/2013
I like them
Only problem - I can taste peppermint, even when I take it in various - 15-0 minutes before, with the meal, even after
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Product*	Jacqueline from Sherbrooke, QC Purchased on 1/8/2013 Reviewed on 2/19/2013
I have allergies and that also touch my food and digestive system
Doctors don't isten to you when you try to explain it is allergies to food that makes you sick.......so I over the years I got worst till hospitalized and they just sent me home with nothing toi help me, saw your products on the Internet and now I have a lot of relief from pain and bloating with the Peppermint caps, also all the books I bought from you did explain a lot of things I never had a chance of learning before. I'm thankfull for all you do and your products are helping me with food and nice cooking. Jacqueline Crennell
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Product*	Patricia from Rumford, RI Purchased on 1/27/2013 Reviewed on 2/18/2013
These capsules reduce pain and cramping. I take one late every afternoon before dinner and never travel without them. They have a nice gentle aftertaste, too!

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Product*	Joan from Le Sueur, MN Purchased on 1/27/2013 Reviewed on 2/17/2013
good.
It helps with gas.
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Product*	Stephanie from Santa Maria, CA Purchased on 1/19/2013 Reviewed on 2/10/2013
Fabulous Tummy Tamers!
I can't live without these peppermint caps. They're great and provide relief while at the same time making me feel very minty!:)Luv the teas too! Finally convinced my husband to drink fennel & peppermint tea to soothe his gassy tummy and he was amazed!
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Product*	Pam from Cedar Rapids, IA Purchased on 1/19/2013 Reviewed on 2/9/2013
Product works well with my stomach problems.

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Product*	Carol from Calgary, AB Purchased on 12/29/2012 Reviewed on 2/9/2013
Works great!

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Product*	Marian from Lawrenceville, GA Purchased on 1/18/2013 Reviewed on 2/8/2013
Very good product
These caps work amazingly well to cut bloating!
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Pamela from New Glarus, WI
Purchased on 1/12/2013
Reviewed on 2/2/2013

less than good overall

I could not get past a few days of use. Maybe I have not given it long enough try but I always felt like the pepperment was always in my stomach or throat. I took as directed.

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Heather says:

Hi Pamela - I'm so sorry you are not having good results with the peppermint oil capsules.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent heartburn or stomach/throat discomfort from the peppermint oil:

1) Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2) The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3) Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they'll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4) You shouldn't take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

If you still have problems please don't hesitate to return the caps, opened or unopened, for a full refund. If pain is your major issue, you may have better results from the Peppermint Tummy Tea. It's not as powerful as the peppermint oil capsules, but you can take it on a full stomach, and it works more quickly than the caps (the caps are a better preventative).

Best,
Heather

Product*	Debra from Grover Beach, CA Purchased on 12/17/2012 Reviewed on 2/1/2013
I use this every day. I am very pleased with the results. Have suffered with IBS for many years and this is the first thing that has actually helped. It is more helpful to take it one hour before eating.

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Product*	Jamie from Willow Springs, NC Purchased on 1/2/2013 Reviewed on 1/25/2013
Awesome product

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Product*	Amaris from Highland Mills, NY Purchased on 1/3/2013 Reviewed on 1/24/2013
These Peppermint Caps are the only pills that help when my stomach is in pain. The are miracle workers.

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Product*	Barbara from Mount Juliet, TN Purchased on 12/8/2012 Reviewed on 1/22/2013
Bought these for my 20 year old son who suffers from Gerd and IBS
I wasn't sure if he would actually take the pills, but thought it worth the risk. He started them right away and said "I really like the pills--they work pretty well". High complement from a 20 year old male college studentD!!
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Product*	Teresa from Cape Coral, FL Purchased on 12/31/2012 Reviewed on 1/21/2013
I really like these. I think they DO help to tame the beast.

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Product*	Janet from Cody, WY Purchased on 12/30/2012 Reviewed on 1/20/2013
Good value
Great value in keeping one comfortable.
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Product*	Linda from fredericksburg, VA Purchased on 12/29/2012 Reviewed on 1/20/2013
A real game changer!
Heather's peppermint caps are exactly what they say they are! I have tried several different brands and these are THE BEST! I have referred or given some of my "stash" away to friends and family. They are all hooked. IBS is a thing of the past for me and I am forever grateful. Thank you!!!
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Product*	Yvonne from Sacramento, CA Purchased on 12/29/2012 Reviewed on 1/20/2013
I love this product! It saves my life!
Thank you for such a wonderful product
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Product*	Janet from Lockport, NY Purchased on 12/30/2012 Reviewed on 1/20/2013
Great product!
The bloating is gone! This discomfort is gone! And I've never even been diagnosed formally with IBS, but common sense to me I should try these~my doctor is very happy I chose your product to try, rather than prescriptions. I can't thank you enough for making my life more comfortable!
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Carole from Merritt Island, FL
Purchased on 12/29/2012
Reviewed on 1/19/2013

I'm not yet positive this product works for me.

I have had IBS most of my life, have GERD, and was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. It seems that the peppermint capsules may be causing heartburn, even though I take them according to directions. I'm taking it very slow and trying to see if these will work for me.

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Heather says:

Hi there,
I am sorry that you're having trouble with the Peppermint Oil capusles.
Some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening:

1)Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux.

2)The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3)Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they'll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4)You shouldn't take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

On a related note, not being able to tolerate the enteric coated peppermint oil capsules because they are dissolving in the stomach and causing heartburn or peppermint burping might indicate low stomach acid. We learned to use enteric coated capsules as an informal way to assess whether the stomach acid was adequate. If the stomach acid is high enough, they should not dissolve until they reach the intestines where the acid is low. This means you shouldn't burp up anything or have any upper GI complications at all. In naturopathic medicine, heartburn is often thought to be caused by low stomach acid which causes the undigested food to sit in the stomach too long and create pressure. It can also contribute to inadequately digested protein in the stomach. This can disrupt the digestive process downstream as well. If you followed the three tips I listed above and still experienced heartburn, you might want to follow up with a provider to test your stomach acid levels. A naturopath or nutritionist would probably be the best type of provider to address this for you.

Of course if you are unable to take the peppermint oil capsules, please feel free to return them even if you have used part of the bottle. Just mail them to the address below my name with enough information so I can find you in our database. We will process a credit to your card and send you a confirmation email once the transaction has been completed.

Alieta Gregg
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

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Daniel from Franklin, KY
Purchased on 12/29/2012
Reviewed on 1/19/2013

Pills did not help, not useful for IBS at all - waste of money.

Pills were useless, only results were 'peppermint' breath and 'peppermint' burps! Complete was of money.

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Heather says:

Hi there,
I am sorry to hear that the peppermint capsules didn't work well for you.
Some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening:

1)Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux.

2)The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3)Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they'll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4)You shouldn't take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

On a related note, not being able to tolerate the enteric coated peppermint oil capsules because they are dissolving in the stomach and causing heartburn or peppermint burping might indicate low stomach acid. We learned to use enteric coated capsules as an informal way to assess whether the stomach acid was adequate. If the stomach acid is high enough, they should not dissolve until they reach the intestines where the acid is low. This means you shouldn't burp up anything or have any upper GI complications at all. In naturopathic medicine, heartburn is often thought to be caused by low stomach acid which causes the undigested food to sit in the stomach too long and create pressure. It can also contribute to inadequately digested protein in the stomach. This can disrupt the digestive process downstream as well. If you followed the three tips I listed above and still experienced heartburn, you might want to follow up with a provider to test your stomach acid levels. A naturopath or nutritionist would probably be the best type of provider to address this for you.

Of course if you are unable to take the peppermint oil capsules, please feel free to return them even if you have used part of the bottle. Just mail them to the address below my name with enough information so I can find you in our database. We will process a credit to your card and send you a confirmation email once the transaction has been completed.

Alieta Gregg
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Brenda from LEVITTOWN, PA Purchased on 12/29/2012 Reviewed on 1/19/2013
GREAT RELIEF
I HAVE BEEN USING TUMMY TAMERS FOR A FEW YEARS NOW AND HAVE OFFERED THEM TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY. GREAT PRODUCT!
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Product*	Judith from Espanola, NM Purchased on 12/29/2012 Reviewed on 1/19/2013
Peppermint Tablets
When I first found this web site about 10 years ago I thought there was no hope the peppermint tablets have helped me live a more normal life along with the teas Thank you
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Product*	Stephan from Snohomish, WA Purchased on 12/29/2012 Reviewed on 1/19/2013
I was pleased with the Peppermint Oil capsules. They provide quick relief from "turbulance down bellow."

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Product*	Sue from maplewod, MN Purchased on 12/29/2012 Reviewed on 1/19/2013
very pleased

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Product*	addison from houston, TX Purchased on 12/29/2012 Reviewed on 1/19/2013
so far,so good. working as advertised for IBS

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Product*	Debra from Alexandria, LA Purchased on 12/28/2012 Reviewed on 1/18/2013
I have only been taking the pills for two weeks; mointoring results.

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Product*	Sharen from Mobile, AL Purchased on 12/26/2012 Reviewed on 1/16/2013
Great product - works well!

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Product*	Donna from Memphis, TN Purchased on 12/8/2012 Reviewed on 12/30/2012
a must have
I had abdominal pain daily until trying the peppermint oil. Since I have used it, I am pain free. So thankful to have found this product!
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Product*	Marlene from Albuquerque, NM Purchased on 12/7/2012 Reviewed on 12/28/2012
Good product, fast delivery

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Product*	Karen from Arlington Heights, IL Purchased on 12/7/2012 Reviewed on 12/28/2012
Saving my life.
I've had severe IBS for over 16 yrs. it was caused by a prescription drug that I took for 14 months. By the time I found out it was a chronic problem. This prppermint oil is the only thing I can take that really works. My function is almost back to normal. Thank you Heather.
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Product*	Diane from Saint Louis, MO Purchased on 12/5/2012 Reviewed on 12/26/2012
Everything was fine.

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Product*	Greg from Tempe, AZ Purchased on 12/3/2012 Reviewed on 12/24/2012
Always great dealing with the company.

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Product*	Kathleen from Coralville, IA Purchased on 11/27/2012 Reviewed on 12/18/2012
I think I have IBS, and I don't want to give up everything I love to eat. If I'm going to eat something that might upset my system (e.g. cheesy pizza), I take a peppermint pill right before the first bite. I almost always avoid any upset! I carry a sma

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Ben from Corpus Christi, TX
Purchased on 11/25/2012
Reviewed on 12/16/2012

Didn't seem to help, but I have acid problems, too, along with the IBS.

I found the book and products thru my doctor, a WONDERFUL DO who ALSO suffers with IBS. I wish I could find the products locally, but am delighted with the fast customer service and product delivery! thanks

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Heather says:

Hi Ben,

Peppermint is contraindicated for people with GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn. Many people with IBS often have these conditions, so we worked around it by enteric coating the peppermint oil capsules. This helps them to pass through the stomach without dissolving by making them resistant to the stomach acid. In fact, we use 50% more enteric coating than the industry standard because we found it helped people with these conditions to be able to use them to manage their IBS without aggravating their upper GI issues.

However, some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening.

1) Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2) The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3) Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they'll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4) You shouldn't take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

Of course if you are unable to take the peppermint oil capsules, please feel free to return them even if you have used part of the bottle. Just mail them to the address below my name with enough information so I can find you in our database. We will process a credit to your card and send you a confirmation email once the transaction has been completed.

If you have a local store you'd like to have carry the Tummy Care products, just let us know and we'll try to get those in stock for you.

Hope this was helpful,
Heather

Product*	Karla from Odessa, TX Purchased on 11/21/2012 Reviewed on 12/12/2012
The best Peppermint for my Tummy!

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Product*	Roberta from Las Vegas, NV Purchased on 11/19/2012 Reviewed on 12/11/2012
great stuff!
I still need some help for my IBS.
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Product*	Holly from White River Junction, VT Purchased on 11/16/2012 Reviewed on 12/7/2012
so far so good
I've only been using for a short time so I don't have much to say on effectiveness, but I like it. I'll let you know more later. Thank you for your help and speed of delivery so I could get started.
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Product*	Connie from NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL Purchased on 11/16/2012 Reviewed on 12/7/2012
The urgency, frequency, & diarrhea are amazingly improved since taking this product

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Product*	Nicolas from Podkowa Lesna, Purchased on 10/13/2012 Reviewed on 11/29/2012
works a treat

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Product*	Roy from live oak, CA Purchased on 11/3/2012 Reviewed on 11/24/2012
Wrong product for my problem
It turned out I am gluten intolerant and my stomach pain went away when I stopped eating wheat products. It is really hard to rate the effectiveness of the peppermint pills because of this.
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Product*	Luann from Bremerton, WA Purchased on 11/1/2012 Reviewed on 11/22/2012
I got this product for my daughter who has irritable Bowel and the peppermint caps for her and they have been god send! Her pain is so much better. Greeat product!

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Product*	Mandy from North Essendon, Victoria Purchased on 9/24/2012 Reviewed on 11/5/2012
Very helpful!
Even from the first time I took one I could feel the change. I had much less stomach churning and pain associated with eating as well as less nausea. Very happy :)
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Product*	Victoria from Marana, AZ Purchased on 10/9/2012 Reviewed on 10/31/2012
very happy with products!

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Product*	Valerie from Lake Havasu City, AZ Purchased on 10/6/2012 Reviewed on 10/27/2012
Excellent Product; Excellent Company
Normally I cannot tolerate peppermint capsules but these are the exception. The 'enteric' coating does the job and I would recommend this product; Just give it a try, worked for me!!!
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Jocelyn from Lourdes-de-Joliette, QC
Purchased on 8/26/2012
Reviewed on 10/27/2012

no difference...

I've tried about 30 days with all possibilities (1 hour before breakfast, 10 minutes before breakfast,etc..), but there is no difference. The only thing that makes difference is diet... but for me, I can eat milk product without crisis. Accupuncture have made a big diffence too, 15 years ago, I had to take about 10 imodium per day, because after each meal I had diarea, now it happens about once per week, mostly when I go to restaurant. So I think it's mostly stress who gives me diahrea. sorry for my english. and I am happy that this product help people who have this problem, but for me, it makes no difference. bye bye, I'm near Montréal. :-)

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Heather says:

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Hi there,
I am so sorry that you haven't seen results with the peppermint capsules.
You can certainly return them (opened or unopened) to us at 80 S. Washington Street, suite 304, Seattle, WA 98104. Please include your name, address, and invoice number if you have it so we can process a refund.

As far as the dairy goes, even though you may not see immediate flare ups from it, I do think it may be triggering your diarrhea symptoms. Check out this article from one of our previous newsletters about dairy products here: http://www.helpforibs.com/news/newsletter/06/020706.html#askheather . I would try eliminating dairy for a while (there are lots of non-dairy alternatives, like soy, rice, or almond milk) and see if you see improvement. My guess is that you will!

Please let me know if I can be of further assistance.
Best regards,
Alieta

Alieta Gregg - Sales Representative
Heather's Tummy Care

Product*	Elizabeth from Tampa, FL Purchased on 10/1/2012 Reviewed on 10/22/2012
Satisfied with purchase.
Thank you for all the info and research you have done for IBS patients. I have used the peppermint capsules once and felt better within an hour. I am very careful about what I eat and have to remind myself of the consequences involved. Thanks again, Elizabeth Healy Marques, MSRDLD
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Catherine from Plant City, FL
Purchased on 9/27/2012
Reviewed on 10/20/2012

Gave me diarrhea

Did not help at all - infact gave me diarrhea - did stop the bloating!

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Heather says:	Feedback Rating
Hi Catherine - I am so sorry to hear this. The pep caps should definitely not give anyone diarrhea, so please do return them if you are unable to use them. If bloating is your main concern, I would actually point you to the Fennel Tummy Tea. That is the best direct hit for IBS bloating and gas. Best, Heather

Product*	Mack from clifton park, NY Purchased on 9/26/2012 Reviewed on 10/17/2012
tking w/ the tea have noticed a difference.
woking on diet, have lost 12 lbs taking less ammodiums & no more t3.
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Product*	Sheila from Groton, CT Purchased on 9/21/2012 Reviewed on 10/12/2012
All the best
Every product I use is the best for me. Thank God for Heather.
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Product*	Kerrie from Tulsa, OK Purchased on 9/17/2012 Reviewed on 10/8/2012
Very good product

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Product*	Wanda from Newton, KS Purchased on 8/29/2012 Reviewed on 10/3/2012
Very helpful in relieving pain!

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H. Marlene from Lansing, KS
Purchased on 9/5/2012
Reviewed on 9/27/2012

I wish I hadn't opened both bottles

I was desparate for help, so opened one bottle for the kitchen and one for the bathroom. I just couldn't tell any difference in my diahrrea-constipation problem. I quit taking them and would like to return them, but opened both bottles!

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Heather says:

Hi there,
I am so sorry that the peppermint oil capsules aren't working well for you. You can return the bottles even if they have been opened for a refund.
Please send them to us at the address below along with your name, address, phone number, and if you have it, the invoice #.
Please send to: 80 S. Washington St. Suite 304, Seattle, WA 98104

Please let us know if we can be of further assistance!
Best regards,
Alieta
Sales Representative

Product*	Marianne from Bradford, VT Purchased on 8/30/2012 Reviewed on 9/24/2012
I cannot say enough good things about the products I purchased
Hello Heather. I cannot say enough good things about the products I purchased. My husband suffered so badly from IBS that he feared leaving home, and pretty much did not. About a year and a half ago, I discovered your web site, and since his doctor pretty much gave up on anything except the Rx he gave him, decided to try the Peppermint Caps and late the fiber. Thanks to these products, his life totally changed in about a week. Since then, he has an incident once a month or less and is free to live his life, and instead of taking the med from 4x per day, he's down to 2 and will further reduce it to just once very soon. When we told his doctor, he basically "blew us off." How many ways can I say Bless you, Heather!
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Product*	Yvonne from San Diego, CA Purchased on 9/3/2012 Reviewed on 9/24/2012
They help settle my stomach and gut every morning.
First thing every morning right after I get out of bed, I take one Peppermint capsule. They do wonders to help settle my stomach and gut. I am so glad I discovered your website, Heather!
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Product*	Russell from Memphis, TN Purchased on 9/2/2012 Reviewed on 9/23/2012
Definitely helps with gas and bloating
Follow instructions & take on an empty stomach.
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Product*	Lisa from Burlington, MA Purchased on 8/30/2012 Reviewed on 9/20/2012
I love these peppermint capsules.

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Product*	Claire from Santa Cruz, CA Purchased on 8/30/2012 Reviewed on 9/20/2012
This Product Has Helped Me Enormously
Ihave used this product on and off for several years. When the stress level gets high and the food intake becomes random, Heather's Pepermint Caps help me get through with less pain and better digestion. When the stress levels out and the digestion starts to recover, it is always a relief to know that I can cut back without any side effects as well... I highly recommend this product to anyone who suffers from bowel disorders. Remember, don't eat right away after taking it... it works best below the stomach and into the bowel first before food...
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Product*	Suzanne from Schuyler, NE Purchased on 8/29/2012 Reviewed on 9/19/2012
I have been using this product for 3 years. Very satisfied.

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Product*	Valerie from Stillwater, MN Purchased on 8/29/2012 Reviewed on 9/19/2012
Have been buying this product for some time because it works - customer service and delivery have always been excellent

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Product*	Naomi from San Francisco, CA Purchased on 8/29/2012 Reviewed on 9/19/2012
I depend on Heather's Peppermint capsules to prevent gas pain. Thank you!

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Anne from Bellingham, WA
Purchased on 8/27/2012
Reviewed on 9/17/2012

It was a big disappointment !

After trying the pills for 2 days my IBS was worst than ever. It was a total waste of money. I'm senior and live on a small pension, so can ill afford to waste my money on something like this.

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Hi there,

I am so sorry to hear that the peppermint oil capsules didn't work well for you. We do offer a product guarantee on our product, so if you are not happy with it, you can return the peppermint capsules (opened or unopened) for a refund. Just mail it to us with enough information inside to find you in our database.
Please let us know if we can be of further assistance!

Best regards,
Alieta

Alieta Gregg
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Susan from Pt Jeff Sta, NY Purchased on 8/20/2012 Reviewed on 9/17/2012
Peppermint Caps
Finally found something that's all natural and actually helps when symptoms start!
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Product*	Maureen from Clifton Park, NY Purchased on 8/27/2012 Reviewed on 9/17/2012
This is the second order that I have placed for this product. I am very pleased. It is ver important to carefully follow directions.

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Product*	Janae from Hendersonville, TN Purchased on 8/26/2012 Reviewed on 9/16/2012
I take one of these every night before I go to bed and they have made a world of difference for me. THANK YOU HEATHER for making these!!!!!!!!!!!! Very happy customer here!!!!

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Product*	Sue from Norwich, CT Purchased on 8/23/2012 Reviewed on 9/13/2012
Heather's products help me through the difficulties ot IBS so very well.
I use the acacia powder daily in juice, on moist food. It keeps my gut much happier. And I find the Tummy Tamers capsules that are enteric coated with ginger, fennel and mint soothing. Thank you, Heather!
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Product*	Debbie from Watauga, TX Purchased on 8/16/2012 Reviewed on 9/8/2012
The customer service was unbelievably good, and greatly appreciated. I am feeling better since starting the pills, but have to give it more time for perfection. Thank you for all your help.

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Jennifer from Palo Alto, CA
Purchased on 8/18/2012
Reviewed on 9/8/2012

Gave me indigestion.i will try again when stomach is more settled

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Heather says:

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Hello Jennifer,

I am so sorry you were getting indigestion from the Tummy Tamers. Peppermint is contraindicated for people with GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn. Many people with IBS often have these conditions, so we worked around it by enteric coating the peppermint oil capsules. This helps them to pass through the stomach without dissolving by making them resistant to the stomach acid. In fact, we use 50% more enteric coating than the industry standard because we found it helped people with these conditions to be able to use them to manage their IBS without aggravating their upper GI issues.

However, some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening.

1) Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2) The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3) Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they'll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4) You shouldn't take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

On a related note, not being able to tolerate the enteric coated peppermint oil capsules because they are dissolving in the stomach and causing heartburn or peppermint burping might indicate low stomach acid. In naturopathic medicine, heartburn is often thought to be caused by low stomach acid which causes the undigested food to sit in the stomach too long and create pressure. It can also contribute to inadequately digested protein in the stomach. This can disrupt the digestive process downstream as well. If you followed the tips I listed above and still experienced heartburn, you might want to follow up with a provider to test your stomach acid levels. A naturopath or nutritionist would probably be the best type of provider to address this for you.

The other thing that can cause some people to have to difficulty using the peppermint oil capsules is a sensitivity to the natural compounds in peppermint such as salicylates. The peppermint oil is very concentrated and contains a higher amount of these natural compounds than you would consume in a cup of tea. People who have a sensitivity seem to experience burning in the intestines when they take the peppermint caps. It may come as a surprise because until the peppermint capsules, they've probably never noticed a sensitivity like this because they've honestly never consumed the compounds in this amount before.

Of course if you are unable to take the peppermint oil capsules, please feel free to return them even if you have used part of the bottle. Just mail them to the address below my name with enough information so I can find you in our database. We will process a credit to your card and send you a confirmation email once the transaction has been completed.

Hope this was helpful,
Joanna Ricken
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Darlene from Holland, OH Purchased on 8/16/2012 Reviewed on 9/6/2012
I find that these pills do help control my intestinal problems.

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Product*	Joyce from Middletown, MD Purchased on 8/15/2012 Reviewed on 9/5/2012
Very good product
I like to keep them on hand for the times when my digestive system is upset. These are very helpful especially in cases of diarrhea.
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Product*	Becca from Covington, LA Purchased on 8/14/2012 Reviewed on 9/4/2012
I have terrible bloating after eating and Heather's Tummy Tamers have made me want to eat all those foods I was always afraid to eat because of how uncomfortable I was after!

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Product*	Donna from Santa Clara, CA Purchased on 7/28/2012 Reviewed on 9/2/2012
Really works
I've been so afraid of actually loosing my job because of my stomach problems. First it started with wheat/gluten and then everything I was eating. By taking these and taking the soluble and using the cheat sheet I have a new life. Thank you!
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Patricia from Mission Viejo, CA
Purchased on 8/6/2012
Reviewed on 8/29/2012

I think I ordered the wrong product. I do not have a problem with pain. I have a problem with diarehea after I eat. It looks like I should have ordered the Fiber Acacia Senegal.

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Heather says:

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Hello Patricia,

The Tummy Tamers can help with symptoms that come along with diarrhea - pain, cramping, spasming, gas and bloating. They will help to prevent those symptoms that you might get from eating certain foods.

To help resolve the diarrhea, you are correct, the Tummy Fiber will be best for you. So will following and IBS Safe Diet. You can find more IBS Diet Information here: http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/

I hope this helps! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you.

If you do not think you will use the Tummy Tamers, please feel free to return them for a refund.

Best,
Joanna
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	John from Camano Island, WA Purchased on 8/7/2012 Reviewed on 8/28/2012
Great product
I have had IBS for easily ten years. Abdominal pain would come and go with differing severity. I read that Peppermint Oil could possibly ease the symptoms. I purchased Heather's Peppermint Oil Capsules figuring what did I have to lose. Best decision I have ever made! Taking the caps as directed, my symptoms are minimal, if any at all. Very pleased.
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Product*	Beverly from Simi Valley, CA Purchased on 8/5/2012 Reviewed on 8/27/2012
I had 1st flare up in years and didn't have stock at home, it was received quickly and I'm feeling much better. Thank you!

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Product*	Dianna from Lake Forest, CA Purchased on 8/6/2012 Reviewed on 8/27/2012
always get great service, receive product promptly

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Product*	Elaine from Lutz, FL Purchased on 8/5/2012 Reviewed on 8/26/2012
Anytime you can use natural products, it is a plus! So far so good!

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Product*	Linda from Syracuse, NY Purchased on 8/5/2012 Reviewed on 8/26/2012
not sure yet whether this will help me
This is my 4th day of taking caps. I've taken 2 a day on an empty stomach - one when I get up in the morning and then another at some point in the day after I've waited two hours since my previous meal. I also wait at least an hour before eating again. I take with a few sips of cool water but I think I'm beginning to have discomfort in my throat. I hope heartburn isn't returning. How long does one have to wait after taking the pill before normal drinking? If I'm exercising or whatever, I like to drink a glass of water or other liquid.
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Product*	Linda from Bergenfield, NJ Purchased on 8/5/2012 Reviewed on 8/26/2012
Good product. Would recommend highly

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Product*	Johnnie from Lafayette, LA Purchased on 8/4/2012 Reviewed on 8/26/2012
They seem to help my condition
I would like to know why I have to wait before eating. What if I took a pill along with my meal?
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Inez from Newport News, VA
Purchased on 6/1/2012
Reviewed on 8/25/2012

The products did little to relieve the Irritable Bowel Syndrome

The discovery of 2 other nutritional programs and the Healing Code program have brought about improvement in the misery from Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

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Heather says:

Hello Inez,

I am so sorry you did not find much relief from the Tummy Tamers Peppermint Oil capsules, but we are happy to hear you have found relief from your IBS symptoms.

If you would like to return the Tummy Tamers, please feel free to do so.

If you would like to try the Tummy Tamers again, here are a few tips that may help:

1) Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2) The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3) Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they'll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4) You shouldn't take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

All the best,
Joanna
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Martha from Santa Fe, NM Purchased on 8/3/2012 Reviewed on 8/24/2012
your products and your information are more helpful than any doctors I've seen. Thank you for being there. Never stop

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Product*	James from Adel, GA Purchased on 8/2/2012 Reviewed on 8/23/2012
I have just started with the peppermint caps. Too soon to rate it higher.

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Product*	Carlo from BROOKLYN, NY Purchased on 8/2/2012 Reviewed on 8/23/2012
IT WORKS

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Debbie/ Norman from Maryville, TN
Purchased on 8/2/2012
Reviewed on 8/23/2012

somewhat effective

need to try product for longer period

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Heather says:
Hello, Thank you for your feedback. If you have any questions on the Tummy Tamers please do not hesitate to contact us. Email: Help@HelpForIBS.com Toll Free: (866) 864-4942 Direct: (206) 264-8069 Best, Joanna Heather's Tummy Care Respresentative

Product*	Nancy from Las Vegas, NV Purchased on 8/2/2012 Reviewed on 8/23/2012
Empty stomach
Because I each 6 small meals a day, I have a hard time having an empty stomach, so I only take one each day.
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Product*	Pamela from Seattle, WA Reviewed on 8/22/2012
THANK YOU THANK YOU!
I would love to provide a review on the peppermint caps – I've suffered with an IBS-D episode for almost a year off and on and tried numerous prescriptions, change in diet etc…within 4 days of taking the peppermint caps, the pain, bloating and diarrhea has significantly decreased! I do suffer from GERD and follow the instructions by taking an hour before I eat. While I will occasionally get mild heartburn, it is NOTHING compared to what I have dealt with over the last months. I have only been taking 1 a day and experienced very good results so far and will continue to use this product and have recommended it to several friends. THANK YOU THANK YOU!
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Product*	Cathy from Houston, TX Purchased on 7/26/2012 Reviewed on 8/20/2012
I am pleased with the product and the results. Service is always polite.

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Product*	Mary from Sunset Beach, NC Purchased on 7/21/2012 Reviewed on 8/18/2012
Great and effective product.

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Product*	Anne from Irving, TX Purchased on 7/28/2012 Reviewed on 8/18/2012
A life saver!!!
Before I started using this product, I was chronically contipated for years! An enema was my best friend. (How sad) My doctors all told me to eat more fruits and vegetables, drink more water, and take a fiber supplement. Well, I don't need to tell you that it did very little to help. Once I started taking the peppermint capsules my bowel calmed and I was able to go on my own. I take them daily for maintenance. I have food allergies and it can be difficult to control my intake of allergens when I am away from home. Thanks soo much Heather's Tummy Care! You're a life saver!
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Product*	Alisa A Purchased on 7/28/2012 Reviewed on 8/17/2012
Thanks so much!!!
Hi, I just wanted to say thanks to the founder of the heather peppermint capesules. I have been dealing with ibs for 10 plus years, trying everything from scripts from by doctor, over the counter. Your pills, are my miracle drug. I truly mean that. I have suffered for along time and nothing has worked as well as these capsules. So I want to say thank you so much. I would order from your website, however I have found them at a store here close to me. I don't have to pay shipping and handling. Thanks so much!!! You are a god sin to me.
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Product*	Irene from Carlsbad, CA Purchased on 7/23/2012 Reviewed on 8/16/2012
Thank you !!
Second order. Seems to help the bloating considerably. Still am working thru the other issues, which also seem improved. Customer service and shipping are excellent..
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Brandye from Arlington, TX
Purchased on 7/24/2012
Reviewed on 8/15/2012

Not so good...

My husband decided he wanted to try something new for his constant pain and discomfort from IBS. I found these highly recommended pills online and he decided to try them. After just a couple of days, he was in even more pain and discomfort than he had been in a long time. At first we thought they were gonna work but they didn't, and now he is stuck with constant pain and discomfort until we can find something else.

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Heather says:

Hello Brandye,

I am so sorry the Tummy Tamers did not help your husband. Is it a hearburn/reflux issue he is having with them?

Peppermint is actually contraindicated for people with GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn. Many people with IBS often have these conditions, so we worked around it by enteric coating the peppermint oil capsules. This helps them to pass through the stomach without dissolving by making them resistant to the stomach acid. In fact, we use 50% more enteric coating than the industry standard because we found it helped people with these conditions to be able to use them to manage their IBS without aggravating their upper GI issues.

However, some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening.

1) Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2) The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3) Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they'll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4) Do not take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

If he is still unable to tolerate the caps, please return them to us (opened is fine) for a full refund.

And he may be one of those folks who just does better with high volatile oil teas, like the fennel, instead of the concentrated volatile oil in the caps. I love to use the caps as a preventative before meals, but if my stomach is full or I need immediate help I much prefer the teas!

I hope this helps!

Joanna Ricken
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Patsy from Charlotte, NC Purchased on 7/25/2012 Reviewed on 8/15/2012
They are working, I guess.
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Product*	Judy from Lawrence, KS Purchased on 7/24/2012 Reviewed on 8/14/2012
see below
I have been using the peppermint oil as often as I can remember to take them, and purchased some of your fennel tea from a local store. I am not sure which product, or following the IBS diet plan has helped me the most, but something is! I am not nearly as bloated and uncomfortable as I was. Thank you!
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Pauline from Bayfield, ON
Purchased on 7/3/2012
Reviewed on 8/14/2012

Great service

I purchased these for my mother, unfortunately she was unable to use them as they gave her bad reflux issues. She did allow at least the prescribed time before eating but still had problems.

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Heather says:

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Hello Pauline,

I'm so sorry you mother is not having good results from the peppermint caps.

Peppermint is actually contraindicated for people with GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn. Many people with IBS often have these conditions, so we worked around it by enteric coating the peppermint oil capsules. This helps them to pass through the stomach without dissolving by making them resistant to the stomach acid. In fact, we use 50% more enteric coating than the industry standard because we found it helped people with these conditions to be able to use them to manage their IBS without aggravating their upper GI issues.

However, some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening.

1) Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2) The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3) Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they'll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4) She shouldn't take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

If she is still unable to tolerate the caps, please return them to us (opened is fine) for a full refund.

She may be able to tolerate peppermint tea, which is not as strong as the concentrated oil in the peppermint caps. Or she may have to stick to soluble fiber foods and a soluble fiber supplement to help keep the spasms and cramps at bay. She could also try fennel tea, as that is an anti-spasmodic (though not as strong as peppermint) but it does not carry any risk of reflux.

I hope this helps!

Joanna
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Cara from greenbelt, MD Purchased on 7/20/2012 Reviewed on 8/14/2012
I live on this stuff!

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Product*	Craig from Halifax, NS Purchased on 7/2/2012 Reviewed on 8/13/2012
More effective than prescription
I have found these caps more effective in preventing pain and spasms in my colon than the antispasmodic medicine I was prescribed, and without the side effects of that medicine.
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Product*	Carolyn from Panama City Beach, FL Purchased on 7/23/2012 Reviewed on 8/13/2012
This is the best thing to help with my stomach trouble. The doctors had tried everything and I still had pain then they told me to try peppermint oil it might help. I did not like the taste of the peppermint oil. so got on the computer and found

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Product*	Nanette from fremont, WI Purchased on 7/22/2012 Reviewed on 8/12/2012
peppermint cabs
I am very pleased with Heathers peppermint cabs, they really work for me. I can tell the difference if I don't use then before meal. Thank you so much. Your site is a God-send
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Product*	Cindy from Boone, NC Purchased on 7/22/2012 Reviewed on 8/12/2012
Better than any prescription medication!

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Product*	Tara from Ridgecrest, CA Purchased on 7/19/2012 Reviewed on 8/10/2012
Good product that I know of, but don't have anything to compare it with, as this is all that I've tried.

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Product*	Ronald from Murphy, OR Purchased on 7/19/2012 Reviewed on 8/9/2012
1 a day first thing in the morning. Fantastic.

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Product*	Cheryl from Elizabethtown, PA Purchased on 7/18/2012 Reviewed on 8/8/2012
Heather's peppermint capsules are by far the best I have tried and the price and speed of shipping are exceptional

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Product*	Jodie from Mattapan, MA Purchased on 7/16/2012 Reviewed on 8/7/2012
good i
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Product*	Elizabeth from San Francisco, CA Purchased on 7/17/2012 Reviewed on 8/7/2012
I LIKE THIS PRODUCT VERY WELL

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Product*	Theresa from CHICOPEE, MA Purchased on 7/16/2012 Reviewed on 8/6/2012
I found a store in Northampton so I purchased tea bags And a book

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Product*	Marcia from Georgetown, TX Reviewed on 8/6/2012
Amazed
I am amazed at how quickly the little peppermint oil capsules worked. The book has been very informative and helping me as I try substitutions for some foods which I always knew caused an immediate reaction (like coffee and fried foods. Gaining control over this condition which has been getting increasingly worse over 30 years is so empowering. Marcia
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Product*	Denise from Edgewater, FL Purchased on 8/2/2012 Reviewed on 8/6/2012
I'm so glad I found your website!
Dear Heather, I just wanted to let you know I'm thrilled with the Peppermint Capsules! I was talking to a friend about them as she has similar digestive issues as I do. So I gave her a few to try. She too is very pleased! This is why I ordered the bulk pack as she now wants to start taking them as well. Since her computer is down, I told her I'd order them for her.
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Product*	Alison from Surrey, BC Purchased on 6/24/2012 Reviewed on 8/5/2012
excellent for my symptoms
It has been many years of pain, bloating and gas starting usually after i eat lunch and getting worse as the day goes on. unbearable by the end of the evening. These pills have helped 100%. I'm glad that I took the chance and tried them
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Product*	Leslie from Kill Devil Hills, NC Purchased on 7/10/2012 Reviewed on 7/31/2012
Haven't used it much yet but has seemed to work when i did.

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Christine from Miami, FL
Purchased on 7/10/2012
Reviewed on 7/31/2012

Has helped alot

Did have 2 attacks this week. Can you take 2 at once?

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Hi Christine - the caps are meant to be taken one at a time, up to three times daily. Having said that, I know we do have some customers who take two at a time. The tolerance for peppermint oil varies a lot from person to person - some folks can tolerate a very high amount that would give other people heartburn/reflux. Best, Heather

Product*	Joan from Cobourg, ON Purchased on 6/18/2012 Reviewed on 7/30/2012
I think this product is just great
Very helpful in dealing with my IBS
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Product*	Sylvia from Hearne, TX Purchased on 7/9/2012 Reviewed on 7/30/2012
pepperment pillsl
I was not able to take them as they make me sick. So I sent them on to my friend that told me about them an do work for her perfect. Thanks you....
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Product*	Rod from Sparks, NV Purchased on 7/8/2012 Reviewed on 7/29/2012
great stuff
Great product,within three days felt completly normal.After suffering for serval months tried the peppermint and was amazed at how well I felt.
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Product*	Marlene from Fort Wayne, IN Purchased on 7/7/2012 Reviewed on 7/28/2012
This is a very helpful product
This really helps me digest my food and makes my ibs better
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Product*	Julie from Lansing, MI Purchased on 7/6/2012 Reviewed on 7/27/2012
Start the day out right
I take a Peppermint Cap every morning and then drink a cup of Fennel Tea - this is a sure fire way to start your day feeling great! Thank you Heather!
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Product*	Candy from Irving, TX Purchased on 6/26/2012 Reviewed on 7/26/2012
LOVE THEM

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Alta from Canton, NC
Purchased on 7/3/2012
Reviewed on 7/24/2012

Great quality , but the peppermint doesn't help as well as the fennel. Sometimes I think the caps make IBS worse.

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Hi Alta - I'm so sorry you're not happy with the peppermint caps. Is it a hearburn/reflux issue you are having with them?

Peppermint is actually contraindicated for people with GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn. Many people with IBS often have these conditions, so we worked around it by enteric coating the peppermint oil capsules. This helps them to pass through the stomach without dissolving by making them resistant to the stomach acid. In fact, we use 50% more enteric coating than the industry standard because we found it helped people with these conditions to be able to use them to manage their IBS without aggravating their upper GI issues.

However, some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening.

1) Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2) The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3) Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they'll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4) You shouldn't take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

If you are still unable to tolerate the caps, please return them to us (opened is fine) for a full refund.

And you may be one of those folks who just does better with high volatile oil teas, like the fennel, instead of the concentrated volatile oil in the caps. I love to use the caps as a preventative before meals, but if my stomach is full or I need immediate help I much prefer the teas!

Best,
Heather

Product*	Karen from Durham, NC Purchased on 7/1/2012 Reviewed on 7/23/2012
Thankful to have your product...I am gluten and dairy intolerant and your product gives me the piece to know I an using a product that wont create more problems for me. Thank you

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Product*	Emily from Girard, PA Purchased on 6/28/2012 Reviewed on 7/20/2012
AMAZING!
Thank you so much for the Tummy Tamers. I cannot express how much they have helped me. I pop one an hour before breakfast, lunch, and dinner and I have had no pain. I also follow Heather's guidelines for eating with IBS and coupled w/ the Tummy Tamers, I feel like I have my life back!
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Product*	Mariette from Irvine, CA Purchased on 6/26/2012 Reviewed on 7/18/2012
VERY GOOD PRODUCT
Caused a lot of heartburn whatever I tried to prevent it.
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Product*	Robert from Mount Calvary, WI Purchased on 6/26/2012 Reviewed on 7/17/2012
When in pain, take this pill.
When I have a great deal of bloating and the pain that goes with it, these pills get rid of both problems within minutes.
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Product*	Dee from Ramona, CA Purchased on 6/23/2012 Reviewed on 7/16/2012
Quality product that delivers results.
I start my day out with a peppermint capsule and it really helps to manage my IBS symptoms. It has quality ingredients.
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Product*	Elizabeth from Seminole, FL Purchased on 6/23/2012 Reviewed on 7/14/2012
Great combination of ingredients for wonderful relief.....no comparison to any other product I have tried....
For those like me who can experience reflux occasionally I have found that keeping my Tummy Tamers in the refrigerator helps tremendously...
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Product*	Linda from Spokane Valley, WA Purchased on 6/21/2012 Reviewed on 7/12/2012
The peppermint pills can be taken before or after meals, and work very well in keeping tummy ache and gas away.

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Product*	Lois from Burnsville, WV Purchased on 6/20/2012 Reviewed on 7/11/2012
Peppermint Caps
They Was Good
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Product*	Robin from Samson, AL Purchased on 6/14/2012 Reviewed on 7/10/2012
Keeps my digestive system calm.
These are great for keeping my whole digestive system calm. and they do not give me indigestion like some have reported. And I am one to get indigestion easily so I am very pleased.
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Product*	Sarah from St. Clair Shores, MI Purchased on 6/18/2012 Reviewed on 7/9/2012
Best Solution to IBS!!!
I haven't found a better product for helping me have less (almost eliminating) stomach aches than these peppermint pills! I've been on meds before and tried all sorts of things with no avail. Finally I tried these and within 1-2 weeks I could notice my stomach aches were disappearing. I only take one a day, an hour before lunch and it somehow magically has given me my life back! Thanks can't even describe what you've done for me! And thanks for making it affordable to keep doing!
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Product*	Elaine from Beaumont, TX Purchased on 6/13/2012 Reviewed on 7/4/2012
These, plus your advice, have helped me a lot, and I haven't had a severe attack in a while.

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Product*	Kathleen from Warwick, NY Purchased on 5/27/2012 Reviewed on 7/2/2012
I believe your products have saved me from an unnecessary hysterectomy!
Back in May I ordered the peppermint oil capsules and the one-pound bag of tummy fiber, and I am SO glad I did! Since I've been using those products I haven't had the gut-wrenching pain that had plagued me for sixteen years. I can't tell you what a relief it is. I hadn't been sure that the pain was from IBS, so I was going back and forth from my gastroenterologist to y gynecologist; I believe your products have saved me from an unnecessary hysterectomy!! How great is THAT?! A few days ago I ordered the fennel tea to help me deal with the one remaining problem I'm having--gassiness. :-? I feel certain that it will be as helpful as the peppermint and acacia powder have been. Thank you, Heather (and staff), so very much for our products and your super-informative website. With deepest gratitude, Kathleen.
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Terryann from St Albans, NY
Purchased on 6/8/2012
Reviewed on 6/29/2012

No Satisfication

I received your product in a timely manner. For the record I have been suffering with IBS for about 4 years now. I suffer from really bad acid reflux. I tried your product as soon as I received it. The product gave me no satisfication actually it made my symptoms worse. It did not prevent the pain, cramping,gas or bloating.

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Heather says:

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Hi Terryan - I'm so sorry you are not having good results from the peppermint caps.

Peppermint is actually contraindicated for people with GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn. Many people with IBS often have these conditions, so we worked around it by enteric coating the peppermint oil capsules. This helps them to pass through the stomach without dissolving by making them resistant to the stomach acid. In fact, we use 50% more enteric coating than the industry standard because we found it helped people with these conditions to be able to use them to manage their IBS without aggravating their upper GI issues.

However, some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening.

1) Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2) The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3) Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they'll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4) You shouldn't take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

If you are still unable to tolerate the caps, please return them to us (opened is fine) for a full refund.

You may be able to tolerate peppermint tea, which is not as strong as the concentrated oil in the peppermint caps. Or you may have to stick to soluble fiber foods and a soluble fiber supplement to help keep the spasms and cramps at bay. You could also try fennel tea, as that is an anti-spasmodic (though not as strong as peppermint) but it does not carry any risk of reflux.

My apologies,
Heather

Product*	Sherry from Gaithersburg, MD Purchased on 6/7/2012 Reviewed on 6/28/2012
Great for IBS
Since I started taking the peppermint tablets every morning I seldom have a flare up of my IBS. Thanks!
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Product*	Marcia from Elberta, AL Purchased on 6/6/2012 Reviewed on 6/28/2012
I can't live without these! LOVE love them!!!
love these.
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Product*	Katherine from White Hall, AR Purchased on 6/4/2012 Reviewed on 6/25/2012
Great product . I can't be without it.

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Product*	Frank from lake isabella, CA Purchased on 6/4/2012 Reviewed on 6/25/2012
great product,but sometimes i get heartburn,my fault.
great product,but sometimes i get heartburn,my fault.i dont follow directions everytime.
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Product*	Kathleen from Lawrenceville, GA Purchased on 6/1/2012 Reviewed on 6/23/2012
Excellent product

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Product*	Linda from Lexington, KY Purchased on 6/1/2012 Reviewed on 6/23/2012
Love these!!! The tummy tamers along with the acacia fiber has made a world of difference with my IBS. On the few occasions I have had an episode since taking Heathers products, symptoms have been very mild. I wont be without them. I started the products

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Product*	Anne from Jacksonville, NC Purchased on 6/2/2012 Reviewed on 6/23/2012
Heather's peppermint caps have worked great for me!
They have virtually eliminated heartburn and reflux in my life and greatly reduced flares of IBS. I recommend them to anyone I know who has problems with reflux, IBS or any digestive ailment!
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Product*	Marianne from Bradford, VT Purchased on 5/30/2012 Reviewed on 6/21/2012
Excellent all around!
My husband's doctors gave up on treating his IBS with anything other than an Rx, which worked intermittently. He reached the point where he was afraid to leave the house. Desperately wanting to help him, I search the Internet and found you. He had relief within 3 days, and has been taking the peppermint pills and fiber for just over a year and had had about four minor flare ups in that time. Bless you Heather for giving us both a new lease on life!
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Product*	Deborah from Ossining, NY Purchased on 5/29/2012 Reviewed on 6/19/2012
I love this product! I take two pills before eating. I still have to be careful about what I'm eating but for the most part I can eat without fear of an attack. It has also stopped attacks in progress and it works just as good as prescription anti-spas

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Product*	Lois from perry hall, MD Purchased on 5/29/2012 Reviewed on 6/19/2012
LOVE THIS PRODUCT--TRIED OTHER BRANDS NOT ANYWHERE AS GOOD

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William from Rocky Mount, NC
Purchased on 5/5/2012
Reviewed on 6/18/2012

Neither product helped

I can notice no improvement in my IBS after taking the pills and using the fibre

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Heather says:

Hi there,

Once you really start to understand what causes the IBS it will make a lot more sense. The 2 key strategies we recommend to get the constipation or diarrhea to stabilize involve dietary changes to address the triggers that are affecting the dysregulation of the nervous system in the gut that controls the motility (frequency – too slow or too fast) and soluble fiber (acacia is the most tolerable for IBS) to help address the consistency of the bowel movements. The dietary triggers are the same for both diarrhea and constipation IBS, the individual just responds differently by either slowing down or speeding up the motility. Removing the dietary triggers for a while will allow the gut nervous system to calm down and ease the dysregulation that affects the motility. Once it is calmed down, the frequency will begin to normalize and you can then carefully start bringing things back into the diet following all of the tips Heather talks about in her books to prevent IBS from getting irritated again. To get the best results you should tackle IBS with both approaches……diet for normal motility/frequency and acacia for normal consistency. The fennel (for gas/bloating) and the peppermint caps and teas (for pain associated with cramping and spasming) are to help you manage the associated symptoms that often come along with IBS. The peppermint is soothing and calming to the dysregulated and hypersensitive nervous system in the colon. They are designed to calm things down before the food gets there to prevent any trigger foods in the meal from causing a flare up of the IBS nervous system dysregulation. Soluble fiber also works like a cushion between your colon and these trigger foods to help minimize the effect and in turn minimize the chances of aggravating IBS.

Taking too much acacia too fast can cause increased gas and bloating. Acacia is one of the lowest gas-forming fibers out there and going slow makes the gas issue totally avoidable. Please be patient because this really does work.

We recommend starting with ½ teaspoon twice a day (daily dose of 1 teaspoon). You can split the daily dose up as many time as you like throughout the day, just divide it by 2 or 3 depending on the frequency you prefer. Try to increase the dose every 4th day or so by a teaspoon (add this to the daily dose). If you get increased gas and bloating by jumping the dose up by a teaspoon, try cutting this in half. Some people with IBS are so sensitive they have to go up at ¼ teaspoons every 4th day. Keep stepping up the dose every 4th day or so until you find a dose that resolves your constipation and/or diarrhea. Constipation is usually resolved with a daily dose of 4-5 tablespoons/day and diarrhea/loose stools usually resolves at a lower dose of 1-3 tablespoons/day. You shouldn’t take more than 5 tbsp/day. The maintenance dose is different for each person depending on their specific symptoms. Dietary changes are often necessary to make lasting changes. In the beginning until you stabilize, it works best to take the acacia before each meal to minimize the effect of trigger foods in the meal and to calm the intestines before the food arrives.

I would suggest reading both of Heather’s books so you can thoroughly understand all the ways to help stabilize IBS. The diet and soluble fiber will work more with the cause and help to stabilize you. Acacia helps people with diarrhea to have formed bowel movements and people with constipation to have softer and easier to pass bowel movements. People often experience significant improvement within a couple weeks when they make the dietary and fiber changes at the same time; although, constipation does take longer to resolve than diarrhea. It is not uncommon for constipation folks to increase the acacia very slowly because they are more likely to have trouble with painful gas and bloating. It can take 1-2 months to work up to the daily dose of 4-5 tablespoons/day sometimes. It will only make you miserable if you increase the dose too quickly. Important changes are taking place inside the colon as the body adjusts, so just be patient and let your body gently adjust to the acacia. Constipation folks will often need to continue to use whatever methods they were using previously to keep things moving until they are able to work up to the 4 tablespoons/day dose or so. Please don’t stop everything cold turkey and make yourself sick because this will take some time. The overwhelming feedback I hear from people is that once they reach this dose it is a magical experience and they are able to stop relying on the other medications etc they have always needed to have a normal movement at least once a day.

Peppermint is contraindicated for people with GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn. Many people with IBS often have these conditions, so we worked around it by enteric coating the peppermint oil capsules. This helps them to pass through the stomach without dissolving by making them resistant to the stomach acid. In fact, we doubled the enteric coating on our peppermint caps because we found it helped people with these conditions to be able to use them to manage their IBS without aggravating their upper GI issues.

However, some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening:

1) Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux.

2) The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3) Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they’ll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4) You shouldn’t take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

On a related note, not being able to tolerate the enteric coated peppermint oil capsules because they are dissolving in the stomach and causing heartburn or peppermint burping might indicate low stomach acid. We learned to use enteric coated capsules as an informal way to assess whether the stomach acid was adequate. If the stomach acid is high enough, they should not dissolve until they reach the intestines where the acid is low. This means you shouldn’t burp up anything or have any upper GI complications at all. In naturopathic medicine, heartburn is often thought to be caused by low stomach acid which causes the undigested food to sit in the stomach too long and create pressure. It can also contribute to inadequately digested protein in the stomach. This can disrupt the digestive process downstream as well. If you followed the three tips I listed above and still experienced heartburn, you might want to follow up with a provider to test your stomach acid levels. A naturopath or nutritionist would probably be the best type of provider to address this for you.

Of course if you are unable to take the peppermint oil capsules, please feel free to return them even if you have used part of the bottle. Just mail them to the address below my name with enough information so I can find you in our database. We will process a credit to your card and send you a confirmation email once the transaction has been completed.

Heather’s book First Year IBS is truly a comprehensive guide that will help you to understand everything that is going on with your IBS. She talks about all the things that need to be ruled out to properly diagnose IBS, other conditions that can look like IBS, she helps you to talk to your doctor by understanding the condition, explains why the dietary recommendations make such a difference, covers the alternative treatments known to help IBS, and describes many supplements also found to be helpful for IBS.

Hope this helps,

Joanna Robinson

Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Gina from O'Fallon, MO Purchased on 5/25/2012 Reviewed on 6/18/2012
Seems to work better than any drugs my GI doctor had prescribed

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Cindy from Yakima, WA
Purchased on 5/27/2012
Reviewed on 6/17/2012

the pills leave my tummy uncomfortable, like I ate something super spicy. I have tried taking it w/ food & also taking it an hour before eating.

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Heather says:

Hi there,

Peppermint is contraindicated for people with GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn. Many people with IBS often have these conditions, so we worked around it by enteric coating the peppermint oil capsules. This helps them to pass through the stomach without dissolving by making them resistant to the stomach acid. In fact, we use 50% more enteric coating than the industry standard because we found it helped people with these conditions to be able to use them to manage their IBS without aggravating their upper GI issues.

However, some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening.

1) Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2) The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3) Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they’ll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4) You shouldn’t take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

On a related note, not being able to tolerate the enteric coated peppermint oil capsules because they are dissolving in the stomach and causing heartburn or peppermint burping might indicate low stomach acid. In naturopathic medicine, heartburn is often thought to be caused by low stomach acid which causes the undigested food to sit in the stomach too long and create pressure. It can also contribute to inadequately digested protein in the stomach. This can disrupt the digestive process downstream as well. If you followed the tips I listed above and still experienced heartburn, you might want to follow up with a provider to test your stomach acid levels. A naturopath or nutritionist would probably be the best type of provider to address this for you.

The other thing that can cause some people to have to difficulty using the peppermint oil capsules is a sensitivity to the natural compounds in peppermint such as salicylates. The peppermint oil is very concentrated and contains a higher amount of these natural compounds than you would consume in a cup of tea. People who have a sensitivity seem to experience burning in the intestines when they take the peppermint caps. It may come as a surprise because until the peppermint capsules, they’ve probably never noticed a sensitivity like this because they’ve honestly never consumed the compounds in this amount before.

Of course if you are unable to take the peppermint oil capsules, please feel free to return them even if you have used part of the bottle. Just mail them to the address below my name with enough information so I can find you in our database. We will process a credit to your card and send you a confirmation email once the transaction has been completed.

Hope this was helpful,

Joanna Robinson

Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Geraldine from Fort St John, BC Purchased on 5/5/2012 Reviewed on 6/16/2012
I love these capsules!!
These capsules are a godsend. I have IBS nad when I feel cramping or pain one of these capsules helps almost right away. I wish I would have discovered them earlier.
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Product*	Jan from Damascus, MD Purchased on 5/24/2012 Reviewed on 6/14/2012
Very satisfied w/product...

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Product*	Suzanne from Royal Palm Beach, FL Purchased on 5/15/2012 Reviewed on 6/8/2012
These capsules help when I am having an attack with bloating and pain.
I was desparate when I first discovered your products and cookbook. I was living in Mill Creek, WA at the time. Now on the east coast of Florida, I have to order on line, but your turn around was very prompt.
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Jo from Ridgecrest, CA
Purchased on 3/17/2012
Reviewed on 6/8/2012

Not Sure What to Think

I've tried the peppermint capsules for a couple of months now, and I'm not sure why but they actually seem to make my symptoms worse in certain ways. I don't have heartburn, so that is not the issue. They do help with the feeling of urgency, but it's like they stir up air in my stomach, and end up causing pain. Even peppermint tea has that effect on me. I prefer Chamomile- it seems to have a very calming effect every time. I'm not sure why they would affect me differently, since both herbs are supposed to be beneficial and calming. I may keep trying the peppermint capsules, but so far they pretty much just seem to make things worse. I end up with more pain and intestines that do not feel calm at all. And I do follow the directions exactly. I am very very pleased with the service and website however! It is such an excellent IBS resource- I am very grateful to have found it.

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Heather says:

Hi, Jo!

I am so glad that you are finding the information on the website helpful. There's a lot of wonderful information there. It sounds like the Chamomile has been helpful for you.

I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing problems with the Peppermint Capsules.

Peppermint is contraindicated for people with GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn. Many people with IBS often have these conditions, so we worked around it by enteric coating the peppermint oil capsules. This helps them to pass through the stomach without dissolving by making them resistant to the stomach acid. In fact, we doubled the enteric coating on our peppermint caps because we found it helped people with these conditions to be able to use them to manage their IBS without aggravating their upper GI issues.

However, some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening:

1)Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux.

2)The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3)Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they'll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4)You shouldn't take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

On a related note, not being able to tolerate the enteric coated peppermint oil capsules because they are dissolving in the stomach and causing heartburn or peppermint burping might indicate low stomach acid. We learned to use enteric coated capsules as an informal way to assess whether the stomach acid was adequate. If the stomach acid is high enough, they should not dissolve until they reach the intestines where the acid is low. This means you shouldn't burp up anything or have any upper GI complications at all. In naturopathic medicine, heartburn is often thought to be caused by low stomach acid which causes the undigested food to sit in the stomach too long and create pressure. It can also contribute to inadequately digested protein in the stomach. This can disrupt the digestive process downstream as well. If you followed the three tips I listed above and still experienced heartburn, you might want to follow up with a provider to test your stomach acid levels. A naturopath or nutritionist would probably be the best type of provider to address this for you.

Of course if you are unable to take the peppermint oil capsules, please feel free to return them even if you have used part of the bottle. Just mail them to the address below my name with enough information so I can find you in our database. We will process a credit to your card and send you a confirmation email once the transaction has been completed.

Please let us know if we can be of further assistance!

Best regards,
Alieta
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Grover from Wynne, AR Purchased on 5/18/2012 Reviewed on 6/8/2012
Great service and so far, a great product
At this point I am totally satisfied with the peppermint gel caps and as far as I can tell right now, they certainly have made a difference. I just hope they continue. Thanks
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Product*	Raymond from Middletown, CT Purchased on 5/16/2012 Reviewed on 6/6/2012
awesome
I have relied on these for years to ease the pain...they always help
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Product*	Desiree from Seattle, WA Purchased on 5/13/2012 Reviewed on 6/3/2012
I start my day with a peppermint cap. Good start to the day.

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Product*	Julia from Fresno, CA Purchased on 5/10/2012 Reviewed on 5/31/2012
I do not know what I would do without this product.

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Product*	Susan from San Tan Valley, AZ Purchased on 5/10/2012 Reviewed on 5/31/2012
Amazing Results

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Product*	Debra from Scranton, PA Purchased on 5/9/2012 Reviewed on 5/30/2012
Love this product.
I have had so many problems with IBS and had so many tests and so on it is unbelievable, so what did I have to lose?? This product is amazing. I have had so much relief it is unbelievable I would highly recommend it to anyone who is suffering with IBS.. Take a chance I did and IT WORKS!!!!!!
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Shirley from Delrey Beach, FL
Purchased on 2/29/2012
Reviewed on 5/30/2012

According to the directions I found no convenient time to try since the timing was always wrong.

I certainly wasn't going to awaken an hr. b/4 breakfast to take one nor was it convenient to take it ven 15 min. b/4 any other meal,ergo I have the 2 bottles completely unused.

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Heather says:

Hi Shirley - I'm so sorry the caps weren't convenient for you to take. You can actually take these just as needed, it does not have to be three caps a day. It is critical that you take them on an empty stomach, though, as they are enteric coated. They're meant to pass through your stomach intact and dissolve in your intestines.

You can take them any time your stomach is empty, as long as you wait a bit after taking them before eating.

If this is just not possible with your schedule, please do return them for a full refund.

Best,
Heather

Product*	Ellen from Gainesville, FL Purchased on 5/1/2012 Reviewed on 5/22/2012
Excellent product! Blessed relief in a little pill!
This is the only thing that can help me when I am having a full-on gut spasm. I simply swallow a little gel pill with a little water and within minutes, I get relief. Thank you for creating this wonderful product.
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Product*	Deneyl from Diamondville, WY Purchased on 5/1/2012 Reviewed on 5/22/2012
product really helps

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Product*	Cynthia from Garden City Beach, SC Purchased on 4/30/2012 Reviewed on 5/21/2012
Excellent product!

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Product*	Pamela from Bremerton, WA Purchased on 4/21/2012 Reviewed on 5/13/2012
I couldn't do without the Peppermint Caps. I tried another brand before this one and it wasn't nearly as good. I carry them wherever I go, they are all over the house as I never know when I will need one. They are extrememly helpful in calming my stoma

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Product*	Mathias from Orrville, OH Purchased on 4/7/2012 Reviewed on 5/10/2012
Best products on the web!

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Product*	Vicki from Lake Bluff, IL Purchased on 4/13/2012 Reviewed on 5/8/2012
Great Product
This product works great but I was surprised to experience some minor heartburn problems with it. If I follow the advice and take it on an empty stomach and well before my meal the heartburn symptoms and much subsided. Thanks for all of your help. Sincerely Vicki
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Product*	Carol from Tempe, AZ Purchased on 4/17/2012 Reviewed on 5/8/2012
excellant product
This last order was my second one for the tummy tamers. The fact that I reordered speaks foe itself.
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Product*	Mike from Long Beach, CA Purchased on 4/15/2012 Reviewed on 5/6/2012
It makes an incredible difference! A great product!

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Product*	bruin98@verizon.net from Lake Elsinore, CA Purchased on 4/11/2012 Reviewed on 5/3/2012
Many Thanks
Many thanks for seedy delivery. It was a pleasant surprise to receive in such a timely fashion and was much needed when arrived. Outstanding customer service is always appreciated.
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Linda from Newberg, OR
Purchased on 4/11/2012
Reviewed on 5/2/2012

Peppermint caps

I am trying different ways to use the peppermint caps. They seem to cause a lot of heartburn, more than I usually have. I've followed all the recommendations so far and just wondered if there were some food tips that it might be good to pair it with to reduce or eliminate that. I emailed about 10 days ago and haven't gotten a response. I'd like them to work, but so far not.

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Heather says:

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Hi Linda,

I am so sorry we missed your email! Customer service is very important to us and we strive to have great interactions with our customers.

I am also sorry the Tummy Tamers Peppermint Capsules are upsetting your heartburn. The capsules are enteric coated so they will pass through your stomach intact and dissolve in your intestines. They should not dissolve in your stomach at all, and certainly should not cause loose bowels (they should actually be helpful for this, and preventing/relieving urgency and diarrhea).

Did you take a capsule on an empty stomach with just enough cool water to swallow? The enteric coating is acid resistant but water soluble, so if you take the cap with a lot of water, or if it sits too long in your stomach because your stomach is full, the capsule can eventually dissolve. We've also found the enteric coating is particularly susceptible to hot water, so you don't want to take the capsules with tea or another hot beverage.

If you are simply unable to take the caps, please do feel free to return them for a full refund at any time, open bottles or not, to:

Heather's Tummy Care
80 S Washington St #304
Seattle, WA 98104

You may be able to tolerate the Peppermint Tummy Tea instead of the capsules. The tea is not as concentrated as the caps, but it will work more quickly, whereas the caps are best as a preventative. You can also use the tea on a full stomach, whereas the caps must be taken on an empty stomach.

My apologies,
Joanna Ricken
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Sarah from Glenpool, OK Purchased on 4/10/2012 Reviewed on 5/1/2012
Awesome product! Was able to take even w/GI reflux!

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Product*	Steffany from Tenants Harbor, ME Purchased on 4/9/2012 Reviewed on 4/30/2012
Very helpful product

Product*	Diane from New Rochelle, NY Purchased on 4/9/2012 Reviewed on 4/30/2012
Peppermint Pills
These seem to help my IBS a lot, and it is easier than drinking Peppermint Tea all day, especially in warmer weather. They are a lot better than anything you buy elsewhere.
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Product*	Stephen from olive branch, MS Purchased on 4/8/2012 Reviewed on 4/29/2012
Love it

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Product*	Alexis from Brighton, MA Purchased on 4/4/2012 Reviewed on 4/26/2012
It's the best product of its kind.
Just when I think I no longer need it, I realize I definitely need it. Such a soother for all the tight cramps and pain. It's the only product with fennel oil, as well, which really knocks out the bloating. It's a really special product. Customer service and delivery are lightning fast, this is an incredibly attentive business. Go get some, but leave enough for me.
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Product*	Theresa from Norfolk, NE Purchased on 4/1/2012 Reviewed on 4/22/2012
Very thankful for this product, wish my local HyVee would order them

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Jason from Charlotte, NC
Purchased on 3/30/2012
Reviewed on 4/20/2012

pills

waste of money, no effect

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Heather says:

Hello Jason,

I am so sorry you did not find the Tummy Tamers Peppermint Oil Capsules helpful.

Were they causing any issues for you? Did you feel they were not working to help prevent pain, cramping, gas and bloating?

You are welcome to send them back for a full refund of the product. If you have any questions or concerns about the product, we are happy to hear them and discuss them with you.

My apologies,
Joanna
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Christine from Plainville, MA Purchased on 3/28/2012 Reviewed on 4/18/2012
Always easy to order and arrives very quickly in the mail !! Never have had an issue ordering from this site for the 5 years I've been ordering

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Jenoese from Houston, TX
Purchased on 3/26/2012
Reviewed on 4/16/2012

This is a good product, however, it gives me heartburn even with meals.

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Heather says:

Hi, Jenoese!

Peppermint is contraindicated for people with GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn. Many people with IBS often have these conditions, so we worked around it by enteric coating the peppermint oil capsules. This helps them to pass through the stomach without dissolving by making them resistant to the stomach acid. In fact, we use 50% more enteric coating than the industry standard because we found it helped people with these conditions to be able to use them to manage their IBS without aggravating their upper GI issues.

However, some people with severe GERD/Reflux/chronic heartburn still have problems with the peppermint capsules because they will dissolve in the stomach before reaching the intestines. The antispasmodic effect you want to happen in your intestines will then occur in the stomach and this relaxes the sphincters at the top of the stomach. If this happens, it can lead to heartburn.

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening.

1) Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2) The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3) Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they’ll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4) You shouldn’t take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

On a related note, not being able to tolerate the enteric coated peppermint oil capsules because they are dissolving in the stomach and causing heartburn or peppermint burping might indicate low stomach acid. In naturopathic medicine, heartburn is often thought to be caused by low stomach acid which causes the undigested food to sit in the stomach too long and create pressure. It can also contribute to inadequately digested protein in the stomach. This can disrupt the digestive process downstream as well. If you followed the tips I listed above and still experienced heartburn, you might want to follow up with a provider to test your stomach acid levels. A naturopath or nutritionist would probably be the best type of provider to address this for you.

The other thing that can cause some people to have to difficulty using the peppermint oil capsules is a sensitivity to the natural compounds in peppermint such as salicylates. The peppermint oil is very concentrated and contains a higher amount of these natural compounds than you would consume in a cup of tea. People who have a sensitivity seem to experience burning in the intestines when they take the peppermint caps. It may come as a surprise because until the peppermint capsules, they’ve probably never noticed a sensitivity like this because they’ve honestly never consumed the compounds in this amount before.

Of course if you are unable to take the peppermint oil capsules, please feel free to return them even if you have used part of the bottle. Just mail them to the address below my name with enough information so I can find you in our database. We will process a credit to your card and send you a confirmation email once the transaction has been completed.

Hope this was helpful,

Product*	Jacqueline from Warren Center, PA Purchased on 3/26/2012 Reviewed on 4/16/2012
The product does work!
I have really bad acid reflux and it does effect that but i just take some tums and its fine. I can take this and it takes my stumach cramps right away! Thank you for your products love them! I also swear by the hypnotherapy! Worth the money!
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Product*	Wendy Purchased on 2/28/2012 Reviewed on 4/11/2012
Forever grateful.
I have dealt with IBS for 40 years suffering daily. I have tried various products for relief with no success. I started taking your pills about a month ago and I have not had any symptoms. I feel I am cured. You have no idea what a relief you have provided in my life. I was so worried about having an issue it actually altered my whole life style. I was constantly worried about being away from home and having a problem. I feel liberated and can not thank you enough for such a wonderful product that is not a medication but from nature.
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Product*	Lucille from Ventura, CA Purchased on 3/18/2012 Reviewed on 4/8/2012
Peppermint caps
Both Acaica and peppermint caps have helped me for years. I'm a food coach and MFT and have given my patients the caps to try with great positive results. Thank you so much. Lucille
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Jeannie from Monument, CO
Purchased on 3/14/2012
Reviewed on 4/4/2012

I can't seem to get this capsule not to break up in my stomach

I have gastritis. This capsule does'nt make it to my gut before my stomach acid gets a hold of it. One thing I have tried is to be very still once I take the capsule but that is not always possible. Any recommendations?

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Heather says:

Hi, Jeannie!

There are a few things we have found that help to prevent this from happening.

1)Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2)The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3)Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they’ll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4)You shouldn’t take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

Of course if you are unable to take the peppermint oil capsules, please feel free to return them even if you have used part of the bottle. Just mail them to the address below with enough information so I can find you in our database. We will process a credit to your card and send you a confirmation email once the transaction has been completed.

Heather's Tummy Care
80 S. Washington St.
Suite 304
Seattle, WA 98104

Hope this was helpful,

Joanna Robinson

Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Stephen from McLean, VA Purchased on 3/13/2012 Reviewed on 4/3/2012
Fantastic Product
I've suffered from IBS for as long as I can remember. My symptoms were manageable, and I did not seek treatment at first. But recently, they became debilitating. My doctors were unhelpful and so I sought alternative treatment. This product allows me to remain productive and pain free. I take it shortly before a meal and it eliminates the embarrassing effects of IBS. I bring the peppermint caps with me wherever I go now. I wouldn't want to leave without them. Purchase this product -- you will not regret it. It's changed my life.
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Product*	Catherine from Portland, OR Purchased on 3/12/2012 Reviewed on 4/2/2012
great stuff, relieves within an hour of consumption
I have tried all forms of pain relief from muscle relaxers to tylenol with codine. This stuff is amazing used along with a heating pad on the tummy and lower back, wherever the pain may be.
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Product*	Norma from Smithville, TN Purchased on 3/11/2012 Reviewed on 4/1/2012
I love this. can't get it anywhere. perfect for my problem.

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Kevin from Falls Church, VA
Purchased on 3/7/2012
Reviewed on 3/30/2012

Haven't noticed any difference

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Heather says:

Hi there!

I'm so sorry to hear you haven't found the Peppermint Capsules helpful.

Below are a few tips about how best to take the Peppermint Capsules.

1)Take the peppermint capsules on an empty stomach an hour before the meal to allow them time to reach the intestines and dissolve before the food arrives. Taking them too close to meal time can be problematic for people with reflux. HOWEVER! There are some people (I'm actually one of them) who have problems with the caps when they wait the full hour before they eat. If you previously took the cap on an empty stomach, and waited an hour before eating, and still had problems, you might be one of those people. In that case, try taking a cap on an empty stomach just 5-10 minutes before eating, and see if that works better for you.

2)The peppermint caps should not be taken during or after a meal because the food will block them from reaching the intestines and this could cause them to dissolve in the stomach.

3)Drinking only enough liquid to swallow the capsules seems to help them pass through without dissolving in the stomach. The enteric coating makes them resistant to stomach acid, but they are still water soluble. Limiting the amount of liquid they’ll be floating around in will help them reach their destination.

4)You shouldn’t take them at the same time as any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) designed to lower the stomach acid. Lowering the stomach acid makes the enteric coating less likely to work (remember it is resistant to high acid). For folks who need to take these medications, what we came up with is taking the peppermint caps about an hour before you take the acid lowering/blocking medication. This will give them a better chance of making it down to the intestines where they will dissolve and start to take effect without affecting the upper GI.

I hope this helps. Of course if you are completely unsatisfied with the Peppermint Capsules, please feel free to return them even if you have used part of the bottle.

Best regards,

Joanna Robinson

Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Melissa from Irvine, CA Purchased on 3/7/2012 Reviewed on 3/28/2012
Excellent product!

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Product*	Lewis from Castaic, CA Purchased on 3/2/2012 Reviewed on 3/24/2012
great product

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Gerry from Leland, NC
Purchased on 2/29/2012
Reviewed on 3/21/2012

Not taking

pretty much instant belching and burning. My Dr. does not want me to take them.

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Heather says:

Hi, Gerry!

I'm so sorry to hear you were unsatisfied with the Peppermint Capsules. Feel free to return them for a full refund. Simply mail them to the address below and we will credit your card as soon as your return is processed.

Heather's Tummy Care
80 S. Washington St.
Suite 304
Seattle, WA 98104

Also, I noticed you were not completely satisfied with the speed of delivery. According to our records, your order shipped on March 2nd and arrived on March 6th. Please let me know of any issues surrounding your delivery and I will gladly work to make sure they are resolved for future orders.

Best regards,

Joanna Robinson

Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Susan from Mechanicsburg, PA Purchased on 2/28/2012 Reviewed on 3/20/2012
great--no pain since it's inception

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Product*	Sue from Dayton, TN Purchased on 2/28/2012 Reviewed on 3/20/2012
love mint caps
I showed my Dr. the Mint Caps and he said that as long as they help, he was all for it. I gave him some information on your site, that I had printed, he said he planned to pass along my success with it to other patients. He said that he had read up on the mint teas and capsules and agreed that they were worth a try for everyone, if they helped he was very pleased. I plan to try your diet also, and more of your products, do you think these would be helpful for Diverticulitis (I also, was blessed with this along with IBS). I love the mint capsules. Thank you Heather.
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Product*	Johanne from Switzerland Purchased on 1/15/2012 Reviewed on 3/20/2012
Many many thanks for all you have done for me in the past and for the future.
Dear Heather's Tummy Care, I am completely satisfied with your service and speed of delivery and helpful answers when needed. I have been using Acacia Senegal Tummy fiber pouches for nearly 6 years now and take it 4 times a day before each meal and just before bed-time as recommended. I know it is keeping me stable. I buy a new tin to replace an old one once in a while. The Tummy Tamers Pepperrmint Caps I take 3 times a day and know they help me get through the day. I shall soon be ordering another delivery. It is helpful to have dates on all your products as well as the information about them. Both products are lifesavers for me plus your news letters. I cannot finish this message without letting you know that I have done the hypnotherapy couse twice and plan on listening to some of the tapes again in the near future. The course was amazing in how it changed my mind and helped me through times of stress which does seem to be a major problem for me. There is always something stressfull happening in my life.I am happy to contribute to your reviews and must let you know that I have both your books and your peppermint tea as well.Many many thanks for all you have done for me in the past and for the future. Best regaards, Dear Heather's Tummy Care, I am completely satisfied with your service and speed of delivery and helpful answers when needed. I have been using Acacia Senegal Tummy fiber pouches for nearly 6 years now and take it 4 times a day before each meal and just before bed-time as recommended. I know it is keeping me stable. I buy a new tin to replace an old one once in a while. The Tummy Tamers Pepperrmint Caps I take 3 times a day and know they help me get through the day. I shall soon be ordering another delivery. It is helpful to have dates on all your products as well as the information about them. Both products are lifesavers for me plus your news letters. I cannot finish this message without letting you know that I have done the hypnotherapy couse twice and plan on listening to some of the tapes again in the near future. The course was amazing in how it changed my mind and helped me through times of stress which does seem to be a major problem for me. There is always something stressfull happening in my life.I am happy to contribute to your reviews and must let you know that I have both your books and your peppermint tea as well.Many many thanks for all you have done for me in the past and for the future. Best regaards, Johanne
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Product*	Leslie from White Plains, NY Purchased on 2/13/2012 Reviewed on 3/11/2012
Good Product Overall...!
...and nice fresh Peppermint breath too!
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Product*	Lori from Columbia, MO Purchased on 2/15/2012 Reviewed on 3/8/2012
I've been using peppermint caps for use. Fantastic product!

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Product*	Lynn from Wilmington, MA Purchased on 4/9/2025 Reviewed on 5/10/2025
Works well
Been using product for years. It really works. Love it. Only thing u really have to mix it well before using, other then that a great product
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Product*	Donna from IRONTON, OH Purchased on 4/17/2025 Reviewed on 5/9/2025
This product is s game changer for IBS. I can't say enough about the benefits.
I love this product so much, I didn't. Think Acacia Senegal would do much but I was oh so wrong. I only wish you had a mens version as my husband thinks it's only for women. Make guy packaging and call it Gut Repair or some such lol. He really needs it too.
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