Good health and well –being of a person greatly depends upon what you eat and drink. A
sign of good health is to maintain your gut in optimal working condition and to get all the
essential nutrients from the food we eat.
The intestinal flora or gut bacteria known as microbiome aids in maintaining a healthy gut.
There are various way to maintain healthy functioning of the digestive system which
include consumption of foods abundant in prebiotics and probiotics Prebiotics are foods
rich in dietary fibre which promotes the growth of good bacteria. Probiotics are live
bacteria found in foods that confer beneficial effects to the body.
Top Foods To Improve Digestion
Yogurt
Eating yogurt, curd or buttermilk daily, eases digestion and keeps several gut issues at a
bay.
Fennel
Fennel relaxes smooth muscles in intestine, alleviate various digestive issues like bloating,
flatulence and cramping.
Whole Grains
Whole grains cereals such as whole wheat bread, steel cut oats, quinoa and brown rice are
loaded with fibre that help in easing digestion.
Ginger
Consume it in moderation, as more than 4 grams of fresh or dried ginger may cause
heartburn.
Apple
It lowers the risk of intestinal infections and inflammation in the colon.
Chia Seeds
It works like a prebiotics promoting the growth of gut-friendly bacteria and improves
digestion.
