Most people at some point in their lives suffer from acute, mild, or even severe or chronic digestive conditions. Many people actually learn to deal with the symptoms, or treat it with medication, rather than finding the cause. But if your reading this, you likely are NOT the type of individual who will settle for mediocrity, but instead takes the high road with the seriousness of your health.
I am a big proponent of cleansing my digestive tract at least 1-2 times a year, with a natural blend of herbs and supplements that will help restore the natural pH balance of the body, eliminate built up toxins, recharge vital organs, and restock on the good stuff that helps us function optimally. If you want to feel your best, try a gentle natural cleansing, and be sure to consult with a holistic dietitian to help you do it safely, and without the need to starve yourself, or lose muscle mass....
A Few Natural Digestive Aids
Fennel: Used for digestion, weight loss, detoxifier, stomach aches, and boosting metabolism
Kefir: Fermented milk of goat, sheep or cow. Benefits lactose intolerance, problems with digestion and flatulence. Yogurt works well too.
Lemongrass: Aids with digestion and detox, but also helps with anxiety and insomnia. Can also aid in Diabetes and heart disease.
Fermented foods/beverages: In addition to Kefir, Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Kombucha, and Miso are various fermented foods which aid with digestion.
Dandelion Greens: Not only a digestive, but also a liver cleanser; add to your salad!!! You can also use other parts of the plant, to make tea.
Fiber: Insoluble fiber found in grains, beans, fruits and vegetables, and flax/chia seeds....if you need a larger amount found in a psyllium supplement, make sure you drink plenty of water each day.
Ginger: Helps strengthen the lining of the upper GI tract in addition to helping with digestion, nausea, ulcers and parasites.
Others include peppermint, fenugreek, aloe, slippery elm
What to Avoid: Spicy, fried/greasy, highly acidic, alcohol, eating fast, constricted clothing (ie: belts), lying down after meal/ too much liquid with meal (for reflux), other food sensitivities- can include gluten and casein (hard to digest)
