1. Drink Your Water… But Not During Meals:The digestive system needs to be well hydrated like the rest of the body, but downing glasses of water near mealtime will impair digestive strength and may cause upsets
2. Eat Clean: The body wasn’t meant to digest chemical food additives, artificial sweeteners or extruded grains
3. Go Raw:Getting at least some raw, live foods in with every meal will give your digestion a break and your body a more complete set of nutrients.
4. Get Fermented: Foods that have been fermented (like sauerkraut) are so potent only a few tablespoons each day will provide the body with a hefty digestive punch that can make a world of difference in gastrointestinal health.
5. Try a Little Bitterness:Herbs like dandelion, gentian and yarrow are just a few examples of bitter herbs that are usually combined in a tincture to use directly before or after meals to stimulate bile production.
6. Say No to Stress:Try not to rush meals, shovel food down your throat or grab hurried bites between trips to the copy machine. Mealtime should be relaxing and enjoyable. Your digestion will thank you.