A healthy digestive system is one of the best ways to build a healthier you
A healthy digestive system will take care of most health problems because almost all health problems start out in our digestion. When our digestion does not work correctly, or does not work at its best than we are vulnerable to disease. When we do not digest everything we eat, than leftover food particles start to ferment inside our digestive tract and start to cause gas, bloating, indigestion and start to build an environment that is conducive for viruses and bad bacteria. So having a healthy digestive system is very important if we want to stay healthy, fit and to help us lose weight. By working with our bodies not against them we effectively help build a better body. Not enough stomach acid to properly digest the food, is the start of heartburn and other digestive problums. When the body is trying to digest food and does not have enough of the acid, digestive enzymes or the acid is too weak to properly digest everything, the food that is only partially digested starts to ferment, causing gas and other problems in the system. Poorly digested food becomes toxic when it sits too long in the upper stomach. As it sits, it can be absorbed into the body, causing stress for the liver and the immune system, eventually causing disease. If the body works too hard to digest food, vital energy is used and the body becomes weak. Exercising before a meal is a great way to help us achieve a healthy digestive system because a well oxygenated digestion burns better. It is like lighting a fire inside us and everyone knows what happens to a fire when it gets more oxygen, it burns better. Another way we can help create a better digestive system is to take digestive herbs and supplements, such as acidophilus. Acidophilus is the friendly bacteria which lives in our intestine and keeps the harmful bacteria in check. If you use antibiotics, drugs, many times or drink chlorinated water and eat too many processed foods your bodies number of friendly bacteria in your intestine start to reduce. This paves the way for harmful bacteria to increase in number and cause disease. Some people also have intolerance to lactose, or dairy products. Acidophilus produces the enzyme lactase, which corrects this lactose intolerance problem. Acidophilus also produces B vitamins in the body, helps to cure bad breath, reduces cholesterol and also inhibits Candida albicans and prevents yeast infections. Taking a pinch full of Fennel seeds after every meal also helps the digestion in its process of assimilation. Fennel helps stop stomach gas and gives a good smell to your breath. Peppermint is also another great digestive aid and is used primarily for treating indigestion, flatulence (gas), and colic. It is usually taken in a warm tea prepared from the leaves. One cup slowly sipped brings prompt relief.
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