Robert's Formula Last updated: Jul 17, 2008

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Robert's formula usually consists of cabbage leaf, geranium, marshmallow, slippery elm, echinacea and goldenseal. It sometimes contains bismuth, which kills H. Pylori, usually found in upper GI ulceration, as well as other microorganisms. Although never fully studied in placebo-controlled trials, Robert's Formula has long been favored by naturopaths treating suspected inflammation in the GI tract. A typical dose is at least one capsule tid between meals.

 
 

Robert's Formula can help with the following:
 
 
Autoimmune  Ulcerative Colitis
 See the link between Ulcerative colitis and Slippery Elm.

  Crohn's Disease
 See the link between Crohn's and Slippery Elm.

Digestion
  Gastritis
 See the link between Gastritis and Slippery Elm.

  Gastric/Peptic Ulcers
 Robert's Formula is a time-honored herbal preparation for upper GI inflammation. It sometimes contains bismuth, which kills H. Pylori, usually found in upper GI ulceration, as well as other microorganisms.

Infections
  Dysbiosis, Bacterial
 If inflammation is present from this over-population of harmful bacteria, the regular use of Robert's Formula may help soothe the intestinal lining, and reduce pain.
 
 


KEY
May do some good
Likely to help

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GLOSSARY

Gastrointestinal:  Pertaining to the stomach, small and large intestines, colon, rectum, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder.

Helicobacter Pylori:  H. pylori is a bacterium that is found in the stomach which, along with acid secretion, damages stomach and duodenal tissue, causing inflammation and peptic ulcers. Although most people will never have symptoms or problems related to the infection, they may include: dull, 'gnawing' pain which may occur 2-3 hours after a meal, come and go for several days or weeks, occur in the middle of the night when the stomach is empty and be relieved by eating; loss of weight; loss of appetite; bloating; burping; nausea; vomiting.

Naturopathy:  Medical practice using herbs and other various methods to produce a healthy body state by stimulating innate defenses without the use of drugs.

TID:  Three times a day.

Ulcer:  Lesion on the skin or mucous membrane.