How to improve digestion through proper food items

Digestion is a major area of concern for many and, the makers of those wonder pills and tablets that guarantee instant digestion in the twinkling of an eye, keep dishing out super-fast selling products from the shelves of the medicine shops.
There are the any number of allopathic remedies and, ayurvedic remedies are also fast catching up – thanks to the sudden focus on Ayurveda.
The point to note is that indigestion can spoil anyone’s day – therefore, following some normal tips can help solve the problem.

1 Chew the food properly and do not just gulp it down – chewing ensures that necessary juices get released through the saliva and that, in turn, helps digestion
2 Ensure that fermented food items are there in the menu – items like pickles and curd should be obvious choices
3 Take care of the liver – abstain from alcohol and, go in for boosting the intake of liver-loving foods like carrots, beetroot and green leafy veggies and freshly squeezed juices.
4 Drink plenty of water – water is always useful for indigestion. It can be in the form of plain water or in the form of fresh nimbu paani, coconut water or fruit juices. Other options are herbal green teas
5 Learn to keep stress under control – life minus stress is unthinkable today. No one can live in isolation like the sages of yore who used to go to an isolated spot to meditate. Today, meditation is a part of everyday life. Stress can wreak havoc on the mind and affect digestion. Apart from meditation, a few other methods to release stress are pranayam, yoga, listening to soothing music, walking and short naps.
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