What is the difference between a 'Digestive Bitter' and a 'Carminative'?

Bitters (like Dandelion root, Burdock, and Yarrow) taste bitter and are sipped 15 minutes BEFORE a meal to trigger digestive enzymes and bile. Carminatives (like Fennel, Cardamom, Peppermint, and Ginger) are rich in sweet-warming volatile oils and are sipped AFTER a meal to relax gas and cramping.

Which digestive herb is safest if Peppermint triggers my reflux?

Choose Sweet Fennel seed, German Chamomile, or cold-steeped Marshmallow Root—none of which relax the lower esophageal sphincter the way high-menthol peppermint can.

Digestive Bitters & Warming Spices.

Peppermint

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Digestive Bitters & Warming Spices.

Peppermint

Sweet Basil

Bay Laurel

Lemon Balm

Ginger

Turmeric Rhizome

Sweet Fennel Seed

Dandelion Root

Burdock Root

Marshmallow Root

Green Cardamom

Licorice Root

Blue Vervain

Star Anise

Ceylon Cinnamon

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