4 Simple Ways to Improve Your Digestion With Natural Herbal Medicines

Digestion is key for maintaining balanced energy levels, immunity, toxin elimination and overall wellness. Thankfully, herbal allies can assist in returning digestion back into its usual pattern of functioning.

Cinnamon is one of the comforting spices you probably already have in your pantry, hailing from southern India's Ceylon cinnamon (aka true cinnamon). Ayurveda uses this soothing spice as part of their treatment for improving digestion and to promote relaxation and wellbeing.

Ginger

Ginger can help improve and stimulate digestion. Furthermore, its anti-emetic properties relieve nausea and vomiting, making ginger an invaluable remedy against morning sickness during pregnancy.

Fiery ginger is an integral component of Ayurvedic medicine, an holistic healing system developed in India. Fiery ginger serves as a natural remedy against indigestion and maintains the strength of one's digestive fire.

Ginger contains compounds called gingerols and zingerones that act as powerful antioxidants in the stomach, relieving oxidative stress and inflammation in intestinal villi and aiding healthy digestion - this explains why Confucius would often sprinkle some ginger on his food before devouring!

Peppermint

Peppermint is an effective herb for relieving digestive distress. It relieves symptoms like indigestion, gas, and bloating by relaxing muscles in the digestive tract and relieving associated symptoms such as nausea and stomach pain while increasing bile flow to aid in digestion. Plus, peppermint helps combat bad breath by killing bacteria that are responsible.

People have used herbs for centuries to improve gastrointestinal function. Long before Pepcid, Alka-Seltzer, and TUMS became available on store shelves, people utilized plants such as turmeric and ginger as remedies to their digestive woes. Jawarish Kamuni removes gastric coldness, acidic belch, and indigestion. Give strength to the stomach and increases appetite.

Serious digestive concerns like chronic acid reflux, inflammatory bowel disease and peptic ulcers require professional help. A trained herbalist can work with you to find the ideal mix of herbs that nudge your system back towards health; this may include laxatives like rhubarb or senna that promote regular bowel movements, mild stimulant herbs like chamomile or sage to stimulate enzyme release as well as purgatives that may induce the bowels to empty themselves out - though this should only be done under professional guidance.

Dandelion

Your yard dandelions may not only look stunningly beautiful but are also one of the best herbs for improving digestion. Rich in beta-carotene which the body converts into Vitamin A; fiber, potassium, iron calcium and magnesium all come together to form one powerful digestive aid!

Dandelion root contains bitter constituents which stimulate bile production to aid with fat metabolism, and are packed with inulin, an easily digestible dietary fiber that promotes good gut bacteria.

Chamomile

Chamomile has long been used in traditional folk medicine around the world as an aid to soothing frayed nerves and aid digestion. Modern research has confirmed its efficacy by soothing stomach lining, relieving tight muscles, reducing inflammation, and supporting healthy gut bacteria populations.

Antispasmodic agents such as turmeric can relieve symptoms of digestive ailments like indigestion, abdominal pain and gas by acting as antispasmodics. Furthermore, this herb can ease menstrual cramps and bloating relief as well as improve your mood and help ensure restful sleep.

Chamomile flowers used in herbal medicine in Pakistan contain essential oil that contains quercetin, an antioxidant proven effective against cancer cell proliferation.

Chamomile can be taken in many forms: tea, capsules or tincture. As it may interact with certain medications such as cyclosporine and warfarin, please consult with your healthcare provider prior to using herbal chamomile supplements from health stores or online retailers.