Diet and lifestyle modifications can have a favorable effect on your gut health.
Here are 10 evidence-based ways to enhance your digestion naturally.
Eat Real Food
The standard Western diet — high in refined carbs, saturated fat, and food additives — has increased the risk of developing digestive disorders.
Trans fats are located in many processed foods. They’re well-known for their adverse effects on heart health but have also been associated with an inflated chance of developing ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease.
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Get Plenty of Fiber
It’s standard wisdom that fiber is helpful for adequate digestion.
Soluble fiber absorbs water and helps add bulk to your stool. Insoluble fiber acts like a huge toothbrush, supporting your digestive tract by keeping everything moving along.
Add Healthy Fats to Your Diet
Adequate digestion may require consuming enough fat. Fat helps you feel satisfied after a meal and is often required for sound nutrient absorption.
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Further, studies have demonstrated that omega-3 fatty acids may reduce your chance of developing inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis.
Foods high in healthy omega-3 fatty acids include flaxseeds, chia seeds, nuts (particularly walnuts), and fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines.
Stay Hydrated
Low fluid intake is a common cause of constipation.
Experts recommend drinking 50–66 ounces (1.5–2 liters) of non-caffeinated fluids per day to stop
