Did you know 74% of Americans suffer from digestive disorders!? ββ- Having enough stomach acid is KEY for optimizing digestion, encouraging drainage of the lymphatic system, increasing bile and pancreatic enzyme flow and supporting overall digestion ββ Low stomach acid is often the culprit of many digestive issues (bloating, gas, belching, heartburn, indigestion, GERD) to having too much! ββ You can use spices and herbs to not only increase the nutrient bio-availability of your food, but also support digestion and increase absorption ββ- Use black pepper, as it can boost acid production and increase nutrient absorption β- Ginger has been found to protect the stomaching lining, support a healthy intestinal microbial enviorment and boost the production of digestive juices ββ- Cardamom can reduce gas, bloating and excessive mucus production (which can happen if you eat too much dairy) ββ- Cumin and Coriander can cool the stomach, while supporting stomach acid, bile flow and enzyme production ββ- Fennel has been found to be effective for gas, bloating and support lymphatic circulation, in fact, fennel seeds traditionally are sued to support the intestinal lacteals, which are small projections (similar to villi) which help with nutrient absorption, particularly fats ββ- Bitter roots, such as dandelion root, burdock root and goldenseal can support liver and gallbladder health, while also promoting the production of bile acids and digestive enzymes; additional foods that can stimulate bile production and support liver health include beets, radishes, artichokes, olives, apples and celery ββ You can increase stomach acid production by avoiding anti-acids (as this will make the problem worse long term) and using natural digestive enzymes such ginger root, pineapple, peppermint, oregano, apple cider vinegar and fermented foods ββ- #briannaapproved #digestivehealth #guthealth #gutgeeks #probiotics #stomachacid #bitters #hcl #digestion #spices #ginger #fennel #cardamom #adaptogens #paleo (at Sprouts Farmers Market) https://www.instagram.com/p/BohAgJ5DGpr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=11dwk4hh3dv5i
