Indigestion
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Symptoms
Can be caused by Candidiasis
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Home remedies
- Food combining Aids Digestion and Weight Loss.
- phytonutrients in ginger, coriander and cumin may promote healthy digestion.
- Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food, relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals.
- Chamomile can ease digestive inflammation, spasms, and gas.
- Water helps in digesting food faster and better. Drinking a few glasses of water after each meal will also make you feel fuller. Water dilutes the acids in the stomach and prevents indigestion. It also helps food slide down faster and easier.
- Green tea can have great benefits in relieving the effects of indigestion like stomach cramps and gas. Make it habit to enjoy a cup of green tea after every meal to help prevent and treat , but avoid too much tea since it can also increase the acids in the stomach especially for people with stomach ulcer and those who are prone to experiencing heartburn.
- Certain drinks can stimulate the release of more acids in the stomach. Beverages like tea, soda and coffee and other caffeinated beverages can increase your likelihood of getting heart burn and acid reflux that may result to indigestion. Drinking coffee and tea can be healthy, but try to keep it moderated and limit your intake to one to two servings in a day. But if you’re very prone to getting heartburn and GERD, it may be advisable to totally avoid these drinks.
- Foods that are rich in fat are very hard to digest. Spicy foods can also cause indigestion and heartburn. If you like eating spicy foods, make sure to limit your intake and drink plenty of water after every meal.
- Rhubarb is known for its beneficial effects on the digestive system and is still used as a strong laxative.
- Mint is a good appetizer and promotes digestion, due to its typical aroma. It also soothes stomach in cases of indigestion, inflammation etc. This aroma of mint activates the saliva glands in our mouth as well as glands which secrete digestive enzymes, thereby facilitating digestion. Thus it is extensively used in culinary.
- Korean Mint (Huo Xiang) is used in chinese medicine for poor digestion and reduced vitality. (white layer on tongue).
- Cardamom is used to relieve the indigestion, bloating and flatulence caused by overeating.
- Gentian increases the appetite, stimulating digestive juices, pancreas activity, the blood supply to the digestive tract, and intestinal peristalsis. It also decreases intestinal inflammation and kills worms.
- Grapes are used to treat constipation, indigestion, fatigue, kidney disorders, Macular Degeneration and prevention of cataract.
- Thyme tea is often recommended by herbal healers to promote good digestion and relieve gas and bloating.
- Angelica effectively treats indigestion, gas and stomach cramps.
- Zinc: Many people are unaware of the important role zinc plays in healthy digestion. An essential mineral for the production of digestive enzymes, zinc is one of the primary catalysts by which the body processes nutrients. Zinc is also a critical component in the renewal of regrowth of intestinal tissue, as well as the production of digestive bile and secretions of both the liver and pancreas. Zinc, and zinc L-carnosine in particular, is also helpful for repairing the gut and easing intestinal inflammation.
- Eat more healthy fats : Believe it or not, fats are an important part of proper digestive function, with omega-3 fatty acids particularly important for gut health. Taking more fish oil and eating more raw, grass-fed butter (if you can find it), for instance, will help balance your digestion and repair your gut lining.
- Kang Ning Wan is Traditionally used for all types of acute digestive disorders: stomach upset, stomach flu, nausea, bloating, gas and diarrhea.
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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.
