Digestive Disorders

See also :

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Dyspepsia
• Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Heartburn
• Indigestion

Home remedies

• phytonutrients in ginger, coriander and cumin may promote healthy digestion.
• Artichoke has been shown to be a natural remedy which improve various digestive health disorders.
• Cleanse your digestive system by eating kitchari.
• Apples promote good digestion, prevent intestinal fermentation, and reduce colon inflammation.
• Good fats : Fats lubricate our digestive tract and have many other benefits as well. The best fats are those found in whole, raw foods such as avocados, soaked nuts and seeds, sun-cured olives and young coconuts.
• Add More Leafy Greens : The more greens you have in your diet, the better your digestion will be. Greens have so many benefits!
• Bentonite clay helps balancing bacteria in the digestive tract.
• Drinking warm liquids aids digestion. Drinking room temperature or lukewarm water first thing in the morning allows the body to become hydrated after sleeping and encourages elimination.
• Eat a small salad with apple cider vinegar prior to eating your holiday meals. The enzymes in the greens help with digestion while the apple cider vinegar stimulates the body’s natural production of hydrochloric acid to aid protein digestion. Avoid apple cider vinegar if you have a stomach ulcer.
• First thing in the morning take a probiotic supplement. Choose a formula that contains a range of intestinal flora such as lactobacillus acidophilus and bifidobacterium bifidus. By regulating intestinal flora, you will also regulate bowel movements and improve digestion.
• Daikon (Raphanus sativus) is a Japanese root vegetable belonging to the cabbage family. It is called Japanese radish, white radish or Oriental radish. It has traditionally been used to aid digestion and protect the liver.
• Bromelain is a popular natural digestive aid due to it's ability to digest proteins. It's used for bloating, gas and other digestive symptoms and for conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome.
• Bitter herbs : Consuming "bitter" herbs just before a meal can help promote digestive secretions which, of course, aid in proper digestion. According to The Herb Companion, herbs like gentian (Gentiana lutea), barberry root (Berberis vulgaris), dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), and artichoke (Cynara scolymus) are all useful in helping to reduce gas, bloating, and other digestive discomfort associated with indigestion. To go along with this, fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum), dill (Anethum graveolens), cumin (Cuminum cyminum), caraway (Carum carvi), and Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) all help warm up the digestive tract, which facilitates the easy digestion and passage of food through the digestive tract.
• Miso stimulates the secretion of digestive fluids in the stomach.

Medical Disclaimer

This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.