Cramping can become very painful after a long duration and it can also lead to other complications. Cramping can occur within all areas of the body including the feet, hands, legs, back, and mostly the stomach and abdomen area.  The most painful type of cramping is pain in the digestive tract and cramp spasms that come out of nowhere. 

Usually such spasms occur when there is a problem with infection, the digestive tract, or if there is a large amount of inflammation. Infants tend to suffer from cramping and infantile colic because they might be suffering from food allergies, or a weak digestive tract. Adults have a different situation when it comes to cramping. Numerous chemicals and irritants can affect the adult body and cause cramps. Adults also suffer from conditions such as colitis and IBS. (Irritable bowel syndrome) All of these situations need to be looked at by a general practitioner so that the individual can have some pain relief.

There are anti-spasmodic herbal remedies that can provide relief for cramping and spasms.  The herbs are not toxin in any way and they can relax the painful and stressing cramps. They can also calm the nerve functions within the body and allow relief to flow through the body. Another type of herbs used fall under the carminatives area. These type of herbs assist in eliminating bloating and flatulence, and the decrease of inflammation in the body. If there is an even more serious condition concerning the liver, intestines, or kidney, there are excellent detoxification programs and natural solutions to try. The immune system has to be brought up to its optimal health again, therefore, balancing everything out.

 Here are some excellent home remedies for cramping within the body:

•    Peppermint is known as a digestive. It can relieve the body of cramps, spasm, constipation and colic. It eliminates gas and stomach bloating, as well as improves the digestive tract and stimulates the colon to rid itself of toxins.
•    Wild Yam provides support for intestinal, gall bladder, stomach or organ spasms. It also aids in eliminating belching and flatulence that may occur when ingesting coffee or tea.
•    Valerian is a calming herbal remedy that can relieve muscle stress, tension and pain. It slows down and eventually rids the body of any spasms that can occur when an individual is unbalanced emotionally, or overly stressed. It can also aid an individual in their nightly sleep patterns as it relaxes and calms.
•    Anise is fantastic for improving one’s appetite, and provides nausea relief as well as bloating. New mother’s can also take it to relieve cramps and it will be ok for a new born to ingest it through their breast milk.
•    Catnip relieves the body of gas, spasm in the intestines, and diarrhea. It also relaxes the body and eliminates anxiety, headaches and seniors and little children can take it too. (It has a different affect on cats of course!)
•    Cramp bark, hence the name, relieves neuralgia, cramping of the uterus, abdomen, bladder and stomach, and works as a pain reliever.
•    Chamomile is an excellent herb that relaxes the entire body and mind. It can help an individual have a restless sleep and it also soothes the digestion of the body. It works as an antiseptic and reduces inflammation. It is a great source for insomnia issues.
As with any new herbal remedy, individuals should consult with their doctor to rule out any drug and herbal interactions that might result from this new experiment.