Our digestive system affects the well-being of every single cell in our bodies. And, if you suffer from heartburn, constipation, pain in the intestines, gas or diarrhoea – these symptoms show that your digestive system is crying out for help! As well as being uncomfortable, a poorly working digestion leads to tiredness, poor sleep, low moods, and greasy or dry skin problems. Do you regularly consume grains, vegetable oils, processed foods, caffeine, soda and alcohol? Truth be told, these are a few of the worst foods for our digestive tract. They cause inflammation, destroy the gut lining, offload toxins and feed the microbes in our digestive systems that lead to a leaky and painful gut.
A healthy digestion will contribute to boosted energy levels, gorgeous skin, happiness, and rejuvenating sleep! Simply eliminate the unhealthy, gut destroying food from your diet and begin introducing a few or all of the foods stated below, and your gut health will flourish!
In this article, we will tell you about six foods that are natural laxatives. These foods can be very beneficial for your overall health and digestive system, as they are all natural and thus have less side effects than medicine (although remember that we must still consult a doctor before making drastic changes to our diet or undergoing any form of treatment).
Bananas
Try to eat at least one banana per day. Bananas contain plenty of fiber which greatly helps us improve digestion. Also, among their numerous health benefits, bananas boast Fructooligosaccharides, which are powerful substances that improve and increase the growth of gut flora. For this reason, it is important to incorporate this delicious and sweet fruit into your diet, especially if you are suffering from constipation.
Apples
Apples are rich in pectin, a type of heteropolisacaridos that helps the proper functioning of the intestines. Apple cider vinegar, one of the products that are extracted from this fruit, is an effective natural laxative.
Also, as they say, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But, consuming them everyday can become a little boring for some people. Fortunately, there is an effective, healthy and pleasant solution — you can drink its juice (it’s delicious) or drink a half glass of water with one or two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar. We recommend drinking it on an empty stomach although this may be strong for some people.
Berries
Some berries like cranberries, strawberries, and blackberries are very rich in antioxidants which are very effective in helping clean the colon. Also, since they have such a great flavor, these delicious fruits are very versatile because you can eat them in a large variety of ways, like for example: in tasty juices and smoothies, at breakfast by adding them to yogurt or cereals. If you eat them together, cereals with yogurt and some of these berries will be a combination that will have the best effect on your intestine.
Carrots
Carrots are a great natural detoxifier. Their frequent consumption helps your intestine function normally and properly. You should eat them raw, preferably, grated on n salads, in juices, and if you prefer them cooked, they should be steamed so that they don’t lose their properties.
In none of the aforementioned ideas have appealed to you, let us recommend you something very special that even your children will like: eat grated carrots with honey! It will be delicious and you will also get to take advantage of honey’s properties.
Onion
Onion, besides being an excellent natural remedy for reducing cholesterol levels, prevents complicated diseases like cancer. It is also an effective antioxidant.
Thanks to the presence of vitamins C and E, it is also a good laxative because it effectively collaborates in the proper movement of the intestines, enabling normal and continuous bowel movements.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes are a great natural laxative due to the large amount of fiber that they contain. They are also an excellent protector for the colon and prostate because they have a lot of licopene which gives them the red color that characterizes them. They are also responsible for preventing cancer in these organs.
Remember…
If you pay attention to these recommendations and tips listed above, you can be sure that your stomach problems will thank you and that constipation will be a thing of the past.
Photo: Designed by nensuria / Freepik
Leave a Reply