6 Best Foods to Improve Digestions

Digestion plays a vital role in your health, as it’s responsible for absorbing nutrients and eliminating waste. Unfortunately, many people suffer from digestive problems like bloating, cramping, gas, abdominal pain, diarrhea and constipation for a variety of reasons.

Conditions, such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Crohn’s Disease, diverticulitis and heartburn, can put you at risk for more severe digestive issues.

However, even a healthy person can experience digestive problems due to things such as a lack of fiber or probiotic-rich foods in their diet.

If you’re seeking relief for your digestive woes, consider adding some of these 6 foods to your diet.

1. Yogurt

Yogurt is simply made from milk that has been fermented, typically by lactic acid bacteria.

Yogurt contains friendly bacteria known as probiotics, which are good bacteria that live in your digestive tract and can help improve digestion, keeping your gut healthy.

Probiotics help with digestive issues, such as bloating, constipation and diarrhea. They also improve the digestion of lactose or milk sugar.

2. Apples

Apples are a rich source of pectin, a soluble fiber. Pectin bypasses digestion in your small intestine and is then broken down by the friendly bacteria in your colon.

It increases stool volume and is therefore commonly used to resolve constipation and diarrhea. It has also been shown to decrease the risk of intestinal infections, as well as inflammation in the colon.

3. Papaya

Papaya contains a digestive enzyme called papain.

Papain assists during the digestive process by helping break down protein fibres. While not required in your diet, it can aid the digestion of protein.
Papain may also ease symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), such as constipation and bloating 

It’s commonly used as the main enzyme in digestive supplements due to its gastrointestinal capacities.

4. Ginger

Ginger helps improve digestion and prevent nausea. Many pregnant women use it to treat morning sickness.

From a digestion standpoint, this yellowish root has been shown to accelerate gastric emptying.

By moving food from your stomach to your small intestine quicker, ginger reduces your risk of heartburn, nausea and stomach discomfort.

5. Dark Green Vegetables

Green vegetables are an excellent source of insoluble fiber. This type of fiber adds bulk to your stool, quickening its pace through your digestive tract.

Green vegetables are also a good source of magnesium, which can help relieve constipation by improving muscle contractions in your gastrointestinal tract.

Some of the most common dark green vegetables that provide this benefit are spinach, Brussels sprouts, broccoli and other leafy greens.

In addition, a 2016 study revealed an unusual sugar found in green leafy vegetables that feeds good bacteria in your gut. This sugar is thought to aid digestion while also impairing some of the bad bacteria that can cause illnesses.

6. Salmon

Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation in the body.

People with inflammatory bowel disease, food intolerances and other digestive disorders often have inflammation in the gut. 

Omega-3 fatty acids may help reduce this inflammation and thereby improve digestion.

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