Newborn colic is a condition that causes bouts of prolonged crying, apparent abdominal pain and marked irritability in an infant. Newborn colic usually occurs in the third to fourth week after birth and can last up to three to four months in some cases. As newborn colic is not a serious medical condition and that it disappears on its own after a few weeks, parents need not worry a lot.

Newborn colic affects about 20% of all infant babies and it is common among both boys and girls. Plenty of medications both chemical and natural are available to cure newborn colic. The exact cause of newborn colic is still not known. However, there are various factors which are considered to be associated with the occurrence of newborn colic. A protein in cow's milk is considered to cause newborn colic in sensitive infants. The immature nervous system is considered one of the other causes of newborn colic.

Food items such as beans, cabbage, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, broccoli, radishes, eggs, onions, and green peppers that promote gas formation is considered one of the other causes of newborn colic. In addition, dairy products, citrus fruits, chocolate, tomatoes, caffeine containing items such as coffee, tea and sodas, and seafood are some of the other food items considered a cause of newborn colic.

Symptoms of newborn colic begin to appear around two to four weeks of age. Babies crying continuously for about three or more hours, three or more days in a week is one of the common symptoms of newborn colic. The symptoms of newborn colic can last until the baby reaches three to six months of age. Over-the-counter remedies such as gripe water are one of the medications widely used to cure the symptoms of newborn colic. The all natural ingredients of this medication used to cure the symptoms of newborn colic, helps relieve excessive gas trapped in the intestines which can otherwise cause painful cramping.

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