Heather's Tummy Tamers Peppermint Oil Capsules are a medical food for the dietary management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome symptoms. Clinical studies have shown that, as part of the diet: peppermint relieves abdominal pain, diarrhea, and urgency; fennel helps relax the gut and aids bloating; ginger contains powerful digestive enzymes and aids nausea. Enteric peppermint oil capsules have been clinically tested and shown to help the dietary management of IBS symptoms in both adults and children.
Heather's Tummy Tamers Peppermint Oil Capsules are unique because they are specially formulated for intense bowel soothing that addresses global IBS symptoms through the combined effects of peppermint, fennel, and ginger oils.
We make our Tummy Tamers here in Kent, Washington with local peppermint oil, steam distilled from peppermint fields in the Columbia River Valley. This means we can spec for peppermint oil with the best volatile oil profile from each harvest, for the highest medicinal strength.
We now use a patented, very special enteric gelatin to improve tolerance for those prone to heartburn or reflux. This gelatin has enteric properties built right in, for better protection against heartburn than simple enteric coatings, which are delicate and easily compromised.
Especially not at the Puyallup Fair.
I first learned about enteric peppermint oil capsules for IBS over twenty years ago, when I was doing research for the first edition of my First Year IBS book. I was intrigued by the medical studies that showed real results, for both children and adults. I really liked that they had a long history of use in Europe as well as the US. And I was super hopeful they would actually work.
I had to import some from England to try, as I couldn't find any on the US market. But oh! If they worked, it would be worth it.
I would have given anything to just take a pill and head off the blinding pain and spasms that hit me with IBS attacks.
So I started trying them cautiously, in situations where I knew I'd need extra help. Before restaurant meals, first thing in the morning if I had to get up early, when I had my period, you know the drill. And they worked. Oh my God they worked.
I could definitely tell a difference, I suspected a huge difference. They were giving me a serious margin of safety in situations where I was often in big trouble.
I began to rely on them regularly, carrying them with me in case I needed to eat out. I kept a bottle by my bed so I could remember to take one last thing at night before work mornings.
But before I wrote about them in my book and actually recommended them to other folks with IBS, I wanted to put them to the test. So I did something really stupid.
I went to the Puyallup Fair, one of my favorite places in the world. I love the century old fairgrounds, the rides at night, the farm animals, the giant pumpkin growing contest. And the food. Oh my God the fair food. Fisher scones with blackberry jam, caramel corn, roasted corn on the cob, more scones, wild salmon sandwiches, more scones, onion ring towers, Seattle fudge – and more scones!
It's actually a miracle I haven't ever had an IBS attack at the fair. Especially considering I've gone every autumn of my life, from kindergarten on, and for years I had no idea what foods would help me and what foods would hurt.
So – here I am at the fair twenty years ago, determined to personally give peppermint oil capsules the IBS challenge. And I have to confess I'm genuinely worried because the stakes are so high. Another confession - worried is not the right word. I'm terrified.
What if the pep caps don't work to prevent that brutal pain and agony? I'm thinking to myself, this is a really stupid move, Heather.
But - I had gained confidence by that point. I'd been getting real help from those little capsules, they'd been keeping me stable in situations with unavoidable triggers. They'd earned my faith. Now what if they could keep me safe when I was playing with fire? Splurging with known triggers? What if I even deliberately overused them? What were the consequences?
I took the plunge. My husband jokes that I took one for the team.
I doubled up the dose and took two caps at a time (don't be me!)
I took them just a few minutes before I ate instead of waiting 30-60 minutes (don't be me!)
At one point while walking through the horse barn I actually felt like I was breathing peppermint and then I suddenly burped a giant cloud of mint. (Can't say I was surprised, as I was taking so many of them and not following the directions at all.)
I was basically trying to overwhelm my gut with those peppermint oil capsules so my IBS wouldn't stand a chance in the face of them.
And it worked. Amazingly, incredibly, it worked. I didn't get sick. I never doubled over with cramps. I didn't ever have to rush/stagger to the bathroom, hoping I'd make it before I blacked out from pain.
I had a glorious time at the fair that day. I can still feel the sun on my face from the afternoon, and I can still taste those scones. From that day on peppermint oil capsules were a daily weapon in my IBS arsenal.
One huge caveat here – I am not prone to heartburn, GERD, reflux, or any other upper GI issues at all. I never have any side effects from peppermint in any form. Not everyone has my peppermint tolerance. Directions for use should be respected, not blatantly disregarded. Again, don't be me!
But do give peppermint oil capsules a chance to properly help you. They are the best thing I've ever found to PREVENT pain, spasms, cramps, bloating, and gas in the first place. Especially when used as needed, and taken right before there may be gut troubles brewing.
In fact, they are so helpful that I made peppermint oil capsules one of my flagship medical foods for IBS. We formulated Heather's Tummy Tamers as a special blend of peppermint, fennel, and ginger oils as enteric softgels specifically for preventing IBS symptoms.
Because if an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, then peppermint oil capsules weigh a ton.
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June from GRANBY, MA Purchased on 6/4/2024 Reviewed on 6/25/2024 |
Great product | |
This is the only tablet I can take that controls my stomach spasms. Please continue to keep this product available. | |
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Jacquelyn from HAVANA, FL Purchased on 6/2/2024 Reviewed on 6/23/2024 |
All I can say is that it truly works!!! | |
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Carolyn from PACE, FL Purchased on 6/2/2024 Reviewed on 6/23/2024 |
Good when I remember to take them | |
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Wendy from SAGINAW, MI Purchased on 6/2/2024 Reviewed on 6/23/2024 |
Great product | |
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Mimodora from RALEIGH, NC Purchased on 5/28/2024 Reviewed on 6/18/2024 |
All Heather's products work as promised !! | |
I have a question. Where can I get Heather's input? | |
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Diane from FUQUAY VARINA, NC Purchased on 5/27/2024 Reviewed on 6/18/2024 |
Great product! | |
These peppermint capsules are so helpful in maintaining a happy tummy! I am so glad to be able to get them from you and have such good service! Keep up the great work! | |
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Jeanette from La Habra, CA Purchased on 5/24/2024 Reviewed on 6/14/2024 |
It helps a lot. Have been taking this for approximately 7 years | |
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Mary from THIBODAUX, LA Purchased on 5/16/2024 Reviewed on 6/6/2024 |
Tummy Fiber is Incredible! | |
Have tried several different pre and probiotics which were very expensive. None of them came close to the relief I've gotten from Heather's Tummy Fiber. Effective from day one in practically eliminating bloating, gas and irregularity. Easy to use and affordable. Have also used the mints which also work very well. Highly recommend both. | |
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Judy from LONG BEACH, CA Purchased on 5/13/2024 Reviewed on 6/3/2024 |
Only option for IBS | |
Heather's Tummy Products are the only product that actually takes away the symptoms of IBS and heals the digestive system. In the last 365 days, I have had 0 days with any IBS symptom. I take Peppermint capsules 3x a day and sip Fennel tea throughout the day. I sprinkle the solvable fiber on whatever carbs I eat. This has given me back my life! | |
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Andrea from STATEN ISLAND, NY Purchased on 4/19/2024 Reviewed on 6/2/2024 |
Herbal help for IBS | |
I have been using heathers tummy tamers for almost 10 years. Best discovery I made to help me fix my gut. Hands down!! | |
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Rachel from STORY, WY Purchased on 5/10/2024 Reviewed on 5/31/2024 |
High hopes | |
I had high hopes for this product. Sadly it causes me to burp and causes intestinal discomfort despite my having zero history of acid reflux. To be extra safe I took it as directed with a tiny sip of water and waited an hour to eat. Still had constant “cool†peppermint burps. It seemed to cause increased bowel movements and increased diarrhea. How is a person supposed to use this if they are drinking fluids through the day and eating multiple small meals? So far it has not been helpful and has even been slightly negative. As it is this has been set aside and I do not plan to use it again anytime soon. | |
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Thomas from DOWNERS GROVE, IL Purchased on 4/30/2024 Reviewed on 5/22/2024 |
I no longer fear meals when I have a capsule before I eat | |
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Kim from WINDER, GA Purchased on 4/28/2024 Reviewed on 5/21/2024 |
great stuff | |
Can't do without these pills. | |
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Karen from PALO ALTO, CA Purchased on 4/29/2024 Reviewed on 5/20/2024 |
After years of carrying Altoids everywhere, these are so much more effective! | |
I really rely on these when travelling, and find that I use less medication when using these. 11/10 recommend! | |
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Diane from SOMERSET, WI Purchased on 4/28/2024 Reviewed on 5/19/2024 |
this really helped get me on the right track | |
Blessing to have these supplements! And the education to go with it, thanks Heather | |
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Prairie Girl from ALTON, IL Purchased on 4/28/2024 Reviewed on 5/19/2024 |
Amazing relief thank you | |
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Katherine from ELGIN, IL Purchased on 4/28/2024 Reviewed on 5/19/2024 |
Keep in purse and take before bed to wake up with a happy tummy | |
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Charles from SAN FRANCISCO, CA Purchased on 4/28/2024 Reviewed on 5/19/2024 |
This really helped - thank you, Heather! | |
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Linda from FAYETTEVILLE, PA Purchased on 4/25/2024 Reviewed on 5/17/2024 |
Peppermint Oil Caps | |
I love the peppermint oil caps. I cannot drink peppermint tea, it makes me dizzy. So I substitute the peppermint oil caps which work like a dream. Thank You Heather for your wonderful products. | |
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Arnie from SOUTH ORANGE, NJ Purchased on 4/25/2024 Reviewed on 5/16/2024 |
Great Product!!! | |
Nothing really better for GI upset due to IBS. The best thing out there! | |
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Jennifer from MONTPELIER, OH Purchased on 6/8/2024 Reviewed on 6/29/2024 |
Acacia fiber has helped me with my digestion. I had used it years ago & ordered again when I had diarrhea problems again. It works. I'll never be without it again. | |
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Carol from BONNEY LAKE, WA Purchased on 6/5/2024 Reviewed on 6/28/2024 |
Effective! | |
I bought these to take on a cruise. I had been having off and on flares for several months and was afraid they would continue on my trip. Ive been using the tea and capsules twice a day along with the tummy fiber. I am being careful with my diet but have allowed myself some iffy things. So far so good. I am very pleased with all of Heather's products. I am also grateful for how quickly I received my products! | |
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