Eat Right and Digest Well
Apr 01, 2025
A well-functioning digestive system aids weight loss. Poor digestion can result in malnourishment, which can severely affect the metabolism.
Signs of Poor Digestion
- Unwanted weight gain or weight loss
- Constipation and/or diarrhea
- Bloating and discomfort (immediately or within 20 minutes of completing a meal)
- Heartburn or acid reflux
- Gas (belching or flatulence)
- Food particles in the stool
- Stool that floats or looks oily/greasy
- Nutrient deficiencies, such as low (iron, B12, magnesium)
- Inflammation in the digestive tract (IBS, Celiac disease, Chrohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, diverticulosis/diverticulitis
- Fatigue
- Poor sleep
- Dark under eye circles
- Skin isssues
- Brain Fog
- Depression or anxiety
Signs of Proper Digestion
- Processes food (a healthy individual usually digests food in 24-45 hours)
- Eliminates waste material from the body efficiently
- Regular and frequent bowel movements "normal" stool.
Constipation
- A significant decrease in normal number of bowel movements and may include the difficult passage of stools.
- Mild symptoms are treated with self-care
- Fiber rich diet is often recommended (for some, increased fiber intake can worsen constipation)
When to Seek Care From a Medical Provider
- If you have symptoms of constipation and a fever
- If you have symptoms of constipation and nausea/vomiting
- If you have changes in bowel habits that last more than 3 months and that are not explained by a change in diet or medication
Recommendations:
Constipation
*Be sure to always follow the advice of your physician first and foremost.
- Journal to determine if particular food groups are triggering constipation
- Magnesium - considered standard care medically
- Digestive Enzymes - improves breakdown of macro nutrients
- Herbal Teas - usually contain Senna, proven to increase average number of bowel movements
- Colon Support - magnesium plus triphala-balance herb complex
Diarrhea
*Be sure to always follow the advice of your physician first and foremost.
- Journal to understand if particular foods are triggering diarrhea
- Electrolytes - replace minerals that have been lost
- Sugar alcohols - reducing these may improve symptoms
- Colon support - magnesium plus triphala-balance herb complex
Food to Avoid or Add
Constipating:
- Red Meat
- Dairy
- Gluten
- Alcohol
- Eggs
Relieving:
- Spinach
- Broccoli
- Brussels Sprouts
- Artichoke
- Rhubarb
The goal is to be in optimal health. Healing your digestive system may be the answer you need to finally begin losing weight and feeling your best.
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