Tips for better digestive health

Posted on Oct 22nd 2007 6:14PM by Martha Edwards

Digestive health is something that's vital to a healthy lifestyle -- as someone who suffers from IBS, I can tell you that your digestion plays a big role in how well you function on a day-to-day basis. So what can we do to make sure we're taking care of our digestive tract? Here are some tips from Everyday Health:

Avoid trigger foods like caffeine and alcohol and whatever else you've noticed gives you a stomach ache. Avoid tobacco as well
Take steps to reduce your stress level
Exercise regularly
Don't eat foods that aren't yet ripe or that you suspect might be spoiled.
Be aware of the mind/body connection between your emotional health and your gut.

How do you avoid digestive issues?

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Jen 10-22-2007 @ 11:41PM

A good quality probiotic is great for digestive problems of all types. It is also good for your immune system and general health. Did you know that 60% of your immune cells are located in the upper intestinal tract, where over 95% of your body's neurotransmitters are made? What a great explanation for the gut-brain connection!

Most probiotics on the market are worthless, as the manufacturers only guarantee the number of beneficial bacteria in the capsules at the time of manufacture. And if the probiotics are in capsules with seams, it is highly likely that your stomach acid will weaken the capsule and destroy the beneficial bacteria before it has a chance to reach the intestines. Here is a brand that comes in a triple encapsulated pearl and guarantees the live delivery of at least half a billion live bacteria to the small intestines. http://www.shaklee.net/good_health/product/Optiflora