They say “health is wealth” and we all agree on that! But, in the midst of a hectic life, sometimes we tend to neglect it. From skipping meals to sipping cups of coffee/tea to keep the mind awake, most of us take the body for granted. And the end result is a poor digestive system. Whether referring to grandma’s home remedies or adopting lifestyle changes, we try a variety of tricks to heal the gut.
Well, if you are someone who is still struggling to cope with the situation, then we must tell you that your search ends here. The nutritionist Lovneet Batra is here to help you. The health expert has listed five herbs that can help you heal the gut.
According to the nutritionist, Triphala is a blend of herbs from three plants including amla (Indian gooseberry), Bibhitaki, and Haritaki. You may have seen many people opting for Triphala supplements on an empty stomach before going to bed. It is believed to relieve constipation and also aid in the digestion process. Lovneet stated that Haritaki in Triphala is known to support healthy bowel movement and gut health; bibhitaki, which translates to “fearless of disease,” brings a mild laxative effect; and amla helps to make the gut alkaline by balancing acid levels.
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Lovneet stated that licorice is a popular dietary herb that not only supports digestion but also soothes the stomach. It contains a compound called glycyrrhizin, which can help develop a healthy inflammatory response and maintain balanced stomach acidity for further comfort and relief.
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From refreshing mint tea to salads, you can savor mint in various ways. Mint has a compound called menthol that helps relieve IBS symptoms through its relaxing effects on the muscles of the digestive tract.
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Ginger is a powerful remedy for common cough and flu. This healthy food also helps build immunity and stay strong. The health expert stated that gingerols and shogaols – compounds in ginger – may help stimulate contractions and stomach emptying. Therefore, the spice can also help with nausea, cramps, bloating, gas, or indigestion.
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This green herb is considered a natural laxative. The inner parts of aloe vera leaves are rich in compounds and plant mucilages. Topically, they can help relieve inflammation of the digestive tract.
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Now that you know the benefits of these foods, don’t forget to include them in your diet.
Source NDTV Food
