Carminative (Adjective)
Meaning
Relieving gas in the alimentary tract (colic or flatulence or griping).
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Ginger has natural carminative properties that help to alleviate digestive discomfort and reduce bloating.
- The herbal tea contained a blend of carminative herbs, including chamomile and fennel, to soothe the stomach and relieve flatulence.
- Carminative oils, such as peppermint and eucalyptus, are often added to medicines to help ease digestive issues and prevent colic.
- Dill weed has been used for centuries as a carminative agent to calm the digestive system and treat gas and bloating.
- Some carminative foods, like cumin and coriander, have been shown to reduce griping and alleviate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.