Rethinking Pediatric Constipation: Why Combining Herbal Medicine and Probiotics Might Be a Game-Changer

Maximizing pediatric constipation relief goes beyond simply adding probiotics to the diet. The combination of herbal medicine with probiotics plays a crucial role in enhancing gut motility, reducing inflammation, and improving long-term outcomes. Read time: 2 minutes Most of us in integrative pediatrics have our go-to treatments for functional constipation—whether it’s probiotics, dietary changes, or […]

Probiotics and Their Role in Alleviating IBS and Constipation in Children

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and constipation are common gastrointestinal issues that can significantly impact the well-being of children. Treatment options for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are notoriously inadequate or come with potentially serious side effects and risks.1 It’s crucial to explore gentle, holistic approaches (that actually work) to address these concerns. Probiotics have the potential […]