One of my most popular posts on digestion was 4Rs for a Flat Stomach. I discussed the supplements that you can add to improve your digestion.
What’s most important is that supplements are a true complement to your diet. You can’t eat what you want and then add supplements to get results.
Here are 5 foods you can add to your repertoire to keep your digestive system happy:
Arugula
Bitter foods help get your digestive juices flowing. Often, a lack of hydrochloric acids (HCl) is the cause of poor digestion. Bitter foods like dandelion or arugula greens can be used to boost this naturally. Try this delicious Arugula Salad Recipe.
Lemons
Lemons, according to Chinese medicine can also stimulate the production of HCl by your digestive juices. My clients who have no appetite in mornings find that squeezing 1/2 a lime into 2 cups water and drinking it before breakfast works. You will notice that you feel more hungry in the morning, which allows you to eat your breakfast and balance your blood sugar.
Flax Seeds
Fiber is essential for a flat stomach. You should gradually increase your fiber intake, rather than going all-out, if you want to avoid experiencing stomach discomfort for a few days. Flax seeds are rich in mucilage which is a gel-forming gum. It can bulk up your stools and slow down the emptying of your intestinal tract.
Salmon
The Omega 3 in fish is important to repair the intestinal tract. Flaxseed, hemp, chia and chia are other sources of Omega 3. However, the Omega 3 in nuts and seeds is not as easily absorbed by the body as fish.
Kimchi
Are you on board with the kimchi craze yet? Costco has it right now! Kimchi in small amounts will help feed your gut the good bacteria, which helps keep your stomach flat and reduces gas and bloating.
Remember that the impact of these foods is much lower if you avoid them. Use the HEAL Weekly Meal Plans to eliminate the two main food groups (gluten and milk) that can cause digestive upsets.
