WellHealthOrganic: Everyone experiences occasional digestive symptoms such as upset stomach, gas, heartburn, nausea, constipation or diarrhea. However, when these symptoms occur frequently, they can cause major disruptions to your life.
Your digestive system should not be operating at its peak sometime during the day; it must work nonstop to provide nourishment to every cell in your body and get rid of the wastes at the same intervals. Neglected, this particular system will adversely influence one’s life.Your diet and lifestyle influence the digestive system heavily, mostly since it is in this aspect of life that it does not require much for a little change to produce results that can go a long way.
Here are some ways that lifestyle choices can improve your digestive health.
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WellHealthOrganic Simple ways to Improve Digestive System
Eat fruits and vegetables:
- Provide healthy nutrients and fiber.
- Antioxidants fight cancer.
- Fiber prevents constipation.
Choose whole grains and nuts:
- Whole grains have fiber, iron and antioxidants.
- Good for gut bacteria.
- Examples: brown rice, oatmeal, popcorn, whole wheat.
Limit red and processed meats:
- High in sodium, fat, nitrates.
- Linked to cancer, heart disease.
- Opt for chicken, fish, legumes.
Limit added sugars:
- Cause inflammation.
- Found in many processed foods.
- Opt for fruits, unprocessed foods.
Cook healthier:
- Avoid fried, grilled foods.
- Use healthier cooking methods like steaming, stewing.
Eat foods with probiotics:
- Maintain healthy gut.
- Examples: yogurt, kimchee, garlic.
Stay hydrated:
- Prevent constipation.
- Drink water, green tea, black coffee.
Exercise regularly:
- Improves digestion.
- Reduces risk of bloating, constipation.
- Walk after meals, 30 mins/day exercise.
Maintain a healthy weight:
- Reduces risk of digestive issues.
- Follow healthy diet, exercise.
Don’t smoke:
- Increases risk of acid reflux, ulcers.
- Quitting improves symptoms.
Get enough sleep:
- Lack of sleep affects digestion.
- Aim for 7-9 hours per night.
Reduce stress:
- Linked to digestive issues.
- Manage with yoga, meditation, etc.
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Simple diet and lifestyle changes may help improve your digestion if you experience occasional, frequent or long-term digestive symptoms.
That is dietrical; a diet that consists of whole foods – fiber, healthy fats, and nutrients – is the first stride toward a proper digestive system.
Mindful eating and a few exercises lead to the possible benefits; for example, stress reduction and exercises.
Change the habits that affect digestion – like smoking, alcohol, and late-night eating-and then symptoms will be relieved.
