Ginger tea promotes digestion and reduces bloating
Bloating is different from fat accumulation in the abdomen. Even if your body fat percentage is less than 10%, you may feel bloated. Some people struggle to avoid bloating even though they eat healthy, exercise daily, and avoid fast food.
Bloating occurs when gas, which is produced as a result of insufficient digestion, fills the stomach and gives it an abnormal appearance. In most cases, you aren’t even responsible. Even if you eat less, certain underlying factors can still cause bloating.
According to Ayurveda, bloating is believed to be caused by weakness in Agni, also known as the figurative fire, which is responsible for the digestion and assimilation of food. Fermentation of food produces gas, which impairs agni and causes gas to accumulate in the lower abdomen, causing bloating.
Swelling is caused by various causes. If you watch your diet and exercise regularly, it may be relatively easy to get rid of bloating. However, if your lifestyle doesn’t allow you to exercise outdoors, you might struggle a bit.
In addition to understanding the causes of bloating and removing these foods from your diet, you can also add certain Ayurvedic herbs to your diet. Ayurvedic herbs have been used for a very long time to optimize physical and mental health.
Digestive problems can be difficult to manage, but they can be alleviated with Ayurvedic herbs and treatments. This article provides a list of Ayurvedic herbs that can be added to your diet to improve your digestive health. These herbs can help reduce bloating significantly.
10 Ayurvedic herbs that help reduce bloating:
1. Ginger
Drinking ginger tea or taking ginger capsules can soothe your digestive system and reduce bloating.
2. Fennel seeds
Chew a teaspoon of fennel seeds after meals to aid digestion and relieve bloating.
3. Peppermint
Drink a cup of peppermint tea to relax the muscles in your gastrointestinal tract and reduce bloating.
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4. Triphala
Made with a combination of three fruits, this Ayurvedic herbal remedy boosts digestion and reduces bloating.
5. Cumin seeds
Boil a teaspoon of cumin seeds in a cup of water, strain and drink to relieve gas and bloating.
6. Lemon water
Squeezing a fresh lemon into a glass of warm water and drinking it first thing in the morning detoxes toxins in the body and reduces bloating.
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7. Ajwain Water
Soaking one tablespoon of ajwan seeds in a glass of water overnight and drinking the water in the morning will aid in digestion and reduce bloating.
8. Aloe vera juice
Drinking a small amount of aloe vera juice can soothe your digestive system and reduce bloating.
9. Torikatsu
An Ayurvedic blend of black pepper, long pepper, and ginger that promotes digestion, reduces gas, and relieves bloating.
10. Turmeric
Adding turmeric to your diet or taking it in the form of turmeric milk can improve digestion and reduce bloating.
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These herbs reduce bloating and promote digestive health. However, it is recommended to consult a specialist regarding the dosage of these treatments.
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