‘A healthy outside starts from a healthy inside’-by Robert Urich.
What do we mean by this quote? It is something to ponder about and it points directly to our inside(internal health). Many experts believe that the secret to a good life actually lies in our gut. How healthy is our gut?, How healthy are our digestive systems? The answer to all these questions is a good digestive system. Digestion plays a crucial role in our body’s good health and well-being.
So What is Digestion?
Digestion is not just about breaking down food and providing our body with the required nutrients. Digestion is the process by which our food is broken down into a form that can be absorbed into the blood system and carried to cells throughout the body to provide nourishment and energy.
Importance of proper digestion for a healthy body
The digested nutrients are absorbed through the intestinal walls and carried off in the bloodstream to other parts of the body for storage or further chemical changes. The waste product of the process includes old cells and undigested bits of food that get pushed into the colon, and eventually expelled through the bowel. All other health functions can be undermined if you do not digest, absorb and eliminate your food. If you neglect your digestive health, your body could run into problems absorbing those essential nutrients.
How Ayurveda can help combat these problems
In Ayurveda, the digestive fire is called Agni. The quality of digestion is based on the health of the digestive fire. The process of proper digestion, with a strong Agni, plays a central role in our physical and emotional wellbeing. As Ayurveda recognizes, “we are not what we eat, but we are what we digest.” By making choices that strengthen our digestive ability, we form the foundation for good health and vitality. When Agni is too weak or too strong, a form of the intermediate waste product begins to accumulate and cause blockages. In fact, maintaining balanced Agni may just be the secret to achieving optimal health and longevity. Ayurveda offers a variety of options including yoga, meditation, breathing exercises, and herbal remedies to further enhance digestion.
Herbs for Better Digestion
Herbs and gut health have been connected from ancient times. Ayurveda believes that a healthy gut leads to an overall healthy body, mind, and soul. Of course, it’s very important to get to the root problem, before we can achieve true healing. Some of the herbs that have been tried and tested and used as a relief from stomach disorders are:
- Amla
Amla being rich in fibre works best for digestive issues. It is an effective cure for constipation as well. Dried amla powder is a good old home remedy generally taken for hyperacidity and ulcers.
- Haritaki
This King Of Medicines is a miraculous ayurvedic fruit that is extensively used for a wide range of traditional remedies for improving gut health and treating other gastrointestinal disorders like heartburn, diarrhoea, peptic ulcer, indigestion, constipation, bloating and stomach cramps or pain.
- Ginger
Ginger root is very effective to soothe tummy ache or any digestive issues like indigestion, bloating, gas, loss of appetite or acidity.
- Fennel
Fennel seeds the fennel bulb, both aids in digestion as it helps soothe swelling or irritation in the intestine. It helps relieve gas, stomach cramps and bloating quickly since it acts as an antispasmodic agent in the colon. Sipping fennel tea gives quick relief for a tummy pain. You can simply chew fennel seeds as well as a mouth freshener or to aid in digestion after your meals
Turmeric is rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds and is recognized as an alternative therapy for gastrointestinal problems.
- Black pepper
Black pepper stimulates digestion and helps in the breakdown of protein. When combined together, turmeric and black pepper can offer you multiple health benefits. Both spices can promote gut health. Consumption of this mixture in small quantities can give you better gut health and improved digestion.
- Peppermint
Peppermint (Mentha × piperita) is a refreshing aromatic herb that belongs to mint family. Peppermint is an excellent natural remedy for digestive problems like gas, bloating and indigestion. The peppermint leaves contain menthol, menthone and limonene which helps combat digestive issues. The menthol content is responsible for the cooling effect and minty scent. Peppermint oil is believed to help fight irritable bowel syndrome naturally.- Carrom Seeds
Carrom Seeds (Trachyspermum Ammi) also well known as ajwain is an age-old ayurvedic remedy used to fight digestive issues. Though pungent and bitter in taste these tiny seeds works wonder for digestion. The active enzymes present in carrom seeds help boost the digestion process and gives relief from gas trouble. Carrom seed is also believed to help lower blood pressure, prevent cold & cough and reduce bad cholesterol.
Aryan Herbals Products
Aryan Herbals have always believed in keeping healthy traditions alive and have a wide range of natural pure and healthy juices and other Ayurvedic products for health and wellness. Some of the products are:
Aryan Amla Powder helps stimulate the digestive juices and help in the digestive process. Totally natural product made out of Class 1 Amla (Indian Gooseberry) – Believed to help promote digestion and an effective immunity booster – No artificial flavours, colours or preservatives.
Aryan Amla Candy is a blend of enticing taste and nutrition, which not only tastes good but also is an immunity booster. The sweet and salty taste is a fun-filled treat after a heavy meal, which stimulates the digestive juices and helps in the digestive process.
Aryan Triphala Plus (+) Booster Juice is a unique combination of 8 wonderful herbs like Amla, Haritaki & Vibhitaki which support a healthy liver, colon bile and digestive system of the body. It is believed to help achieve a balanced digestive system and promote overall well being.
Aryan Triphala (Three Fruits) Powder is an Ayurvedic herbal Rasayana formula consisting of equal parts of three myrobalans, taken without seed: Amalaki (Emblica Officinalis), Bibhitaki (Terminalia Bellirica), and Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula). It helps boost digestive health, manage weight, reduce inflammation, strengthens the immune system and promotes overall health and wellness.
Aryan Peppermint (Pudina) Oil is believed to be extremely helpful in digestive issues like gas trouble, bloating, irritable bowel syndrome, indigestion. Peppermint oil also helps kill germs & relieve pain.
Aryan Ginger (Adrak) Oil is 100% pure and natural ginger oil made using the cold-press method to obtain the natural ginger oil. Aryan ginger oil is believed to be highly beneficial for digestive health. It helps in reducing gas trouble and improving overall digestive health. It is antibiotic in nature and can be used to treat the common cold and coughs and combat stress, anxiety, sadness and fatigue.
Aryan Carom Seeds (Ajwain) Oil is believed to be a great home remedy for improving digestion. It is an age-old ayurvedic remedy to get relief from gas trouble. Not only it is helpful for digestive health but it also helps lower blood pressure, prevent coughing and improve airflow.
Aryan Black Pepper (Kali Mirch) Oil helps improve circulation, reduce stress and anxiety, reverse free radicals damage and is highly beneficial for a healthy digestion system.
Aryan turmeric oil is loaded with antioxidants. It is beneficial for a healthy digestive system. It is an amazing skin rejuvenator. and is believed to help against hair problems like dandruff problems.
Final thoughts
Ayurveda is not merely a science it's a lifestyle. Ayurveda regards healthy digestion and elimination as the key to promoting health. The quality of digestion is based on the health of the digestive fire. And so let’s explore our digestive fire and keep it healthy.
This article is originally published on Aryan Herbals blog.
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