Constipation has become a rising problem for people eating modern diets. This applies in particular to older adults and those with busy lives. This rising issue has been thought to be mainly due to poor digestive care.
Poor digestive care can lead to some issues, including problems like a lack of nutrient absorption, stomach pains, and too much gas.
If you have experienced any of these, the chances are that your doctor has prescribed any number of medications to try and solve the problem.
But, these medicines can have some unpleasant side effects and may not be the easiest way to solve the problem. They can also be expensive and difficult to take.
Luckily, there are a lot of natural remedies that can be used to improve your digestive health and help solve the above problems. These remedies are not only more pleasant to take, but they also have less to no side effects.
Along with this, they also offer a range of health benefits besides just taking care of your digestive system.
So, below, we laid out the best natural remedies for improving your digestive care, along with some useful tips on how to take them.
The Best Natural Remedies For Digestive Care
Probiotic Yogurt
Probiotic Yogurt
How It Helps
Probiotic yogurt is rich in healthy bacteria. This bacteria plays a lot of roles in the body. These roles include everything from supporting nutrient absorption to improving the immune system and even boosting your mood.
Yogurt is also high in protein, which can help boost muscle and raise metabolism. So, one of the first steps to improving your digestive system is including yogurt in the diet.
How Best To Take It
A great thing about yogurt is that it can be included with any meal easily. So, you can eat this food at any time of the day. But, the easiest time may be to have it at breakfast to start your day on a good note.
Oats
Oats
How It Helps
Oats are full of insoluble fiber. This nutrient helps digestion by moving food through the gut and helps keep bowel movements regular. It also has some insoluble fiber. This can help with nutrient absorption.
Oats also have some prebiotics. These help feed the probiotics mentioned above to help them benefit the body.
How Best To Take It
Oats are easiest included in breakfast. But, they can also be eaten at lunch time for those who have a busy schedule. Eating them with milk can also be an easy way to add protein and vitamins to your diet.
Seeds
Seeds
How It Helps
Seeds are almost always rich in fiber and minerals. These include pumpkin seeds, flax seeds, and sunflower seeds. An especially useful seed is psyllium husk. They are also full of healthy fats that can help you stay healthy and fit.
How Best To Take It
Seeds can easily be sprinkled on any food, or used as a snack on their own. They can also be added to yogurt to make an especially gut-healthy meal. You can also add in some digestive-friendly beverages, like cleanse tea, for some added benefit.
Conclusion
Taking care of your digestive system doesn’t mean you need to take in a range of prescription drugs. By adding the above foods into your diet, you can get all the benefits of a healthier digestive system naturally and without any adverse side effects.
Along with this, you can also increase your protein intake and get some extra vitamins and minerals for added health perks.
RD Neha Kava
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Hello Maam,
I have been suffering from gastritis for last 6 months. When it first flared up it was very bad and had to take prescription drugs for 3-4 months. Have now stopped taking them but still keep getting burning in the stomach several times. Any healthy solutions for it you can suggest?
Hello Reshma, i can help you.
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