Comfrey leaves have been used to treat nearly every digestive complaint. Comfrey tea is especially effective against gastric ulcers (the kind that occur in the stomach) and gallstones.
The milk thistle (also called holy thistle or St. Mary's thistle) can stimulate regeneration of liver cells. It also protects the cells from toxic injury, and is good for the gallbladder. The suggested dose is to take 2 capsules, 2 or 3 times a day.
Carrot tea made from the root (fresh or powdered) of Queen Anne's Lace (also called wild carrot) is said to be good for digestion, diarrhea and kidneys. Contains Vitamin A.
It's been said that liquid calcium/magnesium will relieve acid stomach, and heartburn (ginger in capsule form may do the same).
Fresh, unsweetened apple cider is a healthy beverage and a pleasant way to decrease stomach acidity. Apples are one of the richest sources of potassium.
Effective at getting rid of fat, drink up to 3 cups of green tea daily. Regular tea can also be used with a lesser effect.
A simple cure for a stomachache is to dissolve 4 grams of ground cinnamon in 1 cup of warm water, cover it for 15 minutes, and drink it like tea. This remedy can also ease diarrhea and flatulence.
Drink coconut water 3-4 times a day. Have a plateful of watermelon and/or cucumber every hour.
Sucking a piece of ice controls vomiting. Eat 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin seeds. Cinnamon and sliced ginger work by interrupting nausea signals sent from the stomach to the brain. If you are a herbal tea drinker, simply sprinkle cinnamon on the tea and drink. To make ginger tea, simmer a few slices of ginger in hot tea water.
Drink peppermint tea, or an infusion of half peppermint and half rosemary. An infusion of equal parts peppermint, chamomile and lemon balm is also useful. Make a tea of anise, caraway and peppermint.
Angelica nutritionally supports the digestive and respiratory systems.
Mandrake works with the liver, gallbladder and all aspects of digestion. It exerts a powerful influence on the glands.
Pippali fruit is a pepper which has been used extensively in Ayurvedic medicine to address digestive disorders and obesity.
Yerba santa helps the body expel mucus from the respiratory tract. It is known as a blood purifier and strengthener of the digestive system.
The noni plant has many folk-remedy uses. It is fabled among the Polynesian peoples to especially help support the body's respiratory, immune, digestive, and structural systems.
Gentian Root nourishes and strengthens the digestive system. It stimulates the appetite, nutritionally supports the liver, and nourishes the spleen, pancreas, stomach and kidneys.
Peppermint calms the stomach, intestinal tract, and the nervous system. It comforts the stomach and nourishes the salivary glands to help with digestion. It has astringent properties and soothes the nervous system. .
Wild yam has many effective uses. It is known to relax the muscles and promote glandular balance in women. Wild Yam contains natural plant components known as phytochemicals which help the body balance hormone levels. Wild Yam nourishes the digestive system and the nerves.
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Fiber not only helps maintain healthy digestion, it also may help keep your blood vessels from narrowing.
Increasing fiber intake from cereal and whole grains appeared to slow blood vessel narrowing in a recent study. Narrowing blood vessels are commonly seen in people who have atherosclerosis, a progressive condition that can lead to heart attack or stroke. Add fiber-filled foods to your diet gradually to reduce the risk of bloating and stomach upset
Stomach Ache: A tea of mint, strawberry leaf, catnip and blackberry with one tablespoon of brandy should ease the stomach. An alternative is brown rice which is pulverized and allowed to stand in warm water for 15 minutes. To this add a dash of sugar, nutmeg and an uqual quantity of boiled mulk is added then drunk. An elixir said to ease sour stomachs is made from two pints of brandy, a half teaspoon of clove, two teaspoons cinnamon, and a pound of blackcurrant. Soak all together for two weeks and aff sugar to taste. Take by the teaspoon after meals.
In an authentic Chinese meal, the last course is soup
because it allows the roast duck entree to "swim" toward digestion.
INDIGESTION: An aid to normalize digestion is COMFREY and PEPSIN. For vegetarians, a combination of COMFREY, CAYENNE and PAPAIN is also effective.
Lemons as a therapeutic usage helps anti-inflammatory action. It helps the body cleanse itself by promoting perspiration and acting as a natural diuretic. Lemons also stimulate the appetite, aids digestion, strengthens body defense system, relieves cramps and also dilates the
blood vessels in the skin.
PAPAYA LEAVES: Basically recommended because of it's high Vitamin A content. The fruit of the plant is an aid to digestion. It supplies the raw enzyme papain useful in the digestion of proteins.
Acid Indigestion: Warm a cup of milk and steep four or
five eucalyptus leaves in it. Drink this to ease discomfort