5 Tips for Better Digest
Write the 07/12/2021 by Santarome Bio
It is at the heart of our existence and monopolizes most of our energy: digestion therefore deserves to be taken seriously!
We owe it the assimilation of essential nutrients as well as the evacuation of waste and toxins. Digestion involves a set of organs which structure a long process during which food will undergo numerous transformations. It goes without saying that the quality and quantity of food absorbed play an essential role in the proper functioning of digestion...
Because the digestive system is based on a fragile balance that must be taken care of.
Supplier of energy for the whole body (in the form of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins and minerals) it stands out as the guarantor of our good health. But that's not all: the intestinal microbiota (the billions of bacteria and microorganisms housed along the digestive tract) constitutes an essential link in our immune system.
All the more reason to take an interest in digestion and ways to improve it!
The digestion
An essential biological process
With each meal, the mechanics of the digestive system resumes its course:
- It begins in the mouth where saliva moistens food while chewing reduces it to facilitate its ingestion and future assimilation.
- Once passed through the esophagus , food spends several hours in the stomach . They are then crushed and broken down by digestive juices.
- The small intestine comes into play just after: it is along its 6 meters that nutrients are assimilated and released into the blood thanks to its wall covered with villi (folds).
- The “food bolus” has almost finished its journey when it reaches the large intestine. The body reabsorbs all the water contained in this “waste” which will gradually solidify before being evacuated.
Unfortunately, this model of ideal digestion can sometimes become disrupted... A tired organ, a disruption of the intestinal flora, and the entire system is in danger!
Beware of digestive disorders
Nearly 40% of the adult population regularly suffers from digestive problems
If they do not reveal a dangerous lesion, these digestive disorders cause sometimes painful inconveniences: feeling of “too full”, heaviness, bloating, intestinal gas, heartburn, nausea or vomiting, “liver attacks”, diarrhea or constipation, cramps... They can appear occasionally, after a heavy meal for example, or become a recurring discomfort.
It is then appropriate to question your eating habits or consult a health professional to try to identify bad habits to correct:
- Excess of all kinds: sugars, fats, alcohol, raw fruits and vegetables
- Unbalanced menus
- Meals too quickly
- Poor chewing
However, digestive disorders also often express overwork or profound fatigue linked to stress, to a chronic illness such as type 2 diabetes or hypothyroidism. Other factors such as being overweight, smoking or taking medications contribute to increasing the discomfort. Fortunately, this is not inevitable! It is possible to improve your digestive comfort on a daily basis, by adopting good reflexes...
Better digestion every day 💦
It's not easy to change your habits completely! To improve your digestive comfort, start by adopting the 5 basic reflexes that will allow you to rebalance yourself.
No. 1: Don't overeat , give your diet the place it deserves. Focus on your meal, and stop when you feel full.
No. 2: Take the time . We tend to swallow our food too quickly, which forces the stomach to produce more gastric juices and leads to the famous heartburn. Chew for a long time to give the saliva time to act. Your stomach will thank you!
#3: Balance your meals . Take care to get fiber by eating whole grains and dried vegetables. Also enjoy ripe, seasonal fruits and vegetables.
No. 4: Drink enough water regularly throughout the day. On the other hand, limit water during meals because it tends to disperse digestive enzymes.
No. 5: Get moving! A sedentary lifestyle causes a slowdown in digestive work. To stimulate your digestive system, walk at least half an hour a day and practice abdominal breathing.
Natural solutions
When digestive disorders have repercussions on the quality of life, it is possible to use plants to relieve these ailments:
Phyto and Gemmo use plant active ingredients known for their soothing or stimulating properties on the digestive organs.
Thus, artichoke , black radish and rosemary help stimulate liver activity and the production of bile, used to break down food.
Finally, to limit bloating, we recommend Turmeric for its carminative properties.
At Santarome Bio, we offer many Liver and Digestion products, such as Organic Liver Wellness in ampoules or Desmodium 2000 in ampoules.
And for a complete digestion program, discover our Digestion Ampoules Pack !
