Digestion Issues- 12 Best Herbal Teas That May Help

Digestion is a natural process in our body when we intake food. The food we consume breaks down into smaller particles and molecules, which are used by the body for energy, repair, and growth. There are various properties of the body that contribute to the digestion system.

The digestion process starts with chewing the food in the mouth, and the saliva in the mouth contains enzymes like Amylase¹, which breaks down the food into sugar particles like Glucose. The acidic fluids in the stomach secrete Hydrochloric acid, which kills the bacteria in the food to avoid infections and denture proteins. Peristalsis is the coordinated muscular contractions that mix the food with the digestive juices.

Digestion is the whole process which involves the functioning of the whole body. When one of the parts doesn’t work, body issues occur, such as digestive discomfort, which can be solved with natural teas.

The non-functioning of any parts can cause digestive issues, and that can be due to unhealthy food choices, stress, and not consuming the food on time. Although there are few natural products, teas help with digestive discomfort and keep the process in a good state. Teas keep the body’s muscles and parts calm, which helps the digestive system stay in perfect condition.

1. Digestive Issues:

Digestive issues are common nowadays because of changing lifestyles, food choices, and other factors. The digestive issue is a common and troubling problem also, as it discomforts the full body.

The other parts like the oesophagus, stomach, liver, intestine and pancreas are affected by the digestive discomforts. When the body is affected by digestion, other severe issues like inflammations, dietary factors, and abnormal pains in the body are also present. The cause of digestive issues can be due to the daily lifestyle and consumption of food.

1.1 Digestive Diseases:

1. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Abdominal pain, bloating, and constipation are the symptoms of the disorder named Irritable Bowel Syndrome, which is one type of chronic disease. The causes of the disorder could be stress², lifestyle, diet, and gut motility.
2.  Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD): People having conditions like Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis may have this type of disorder where there is a cause of inflammation in the digestive tract. The symptoms include abdominal pains, diarrhoea, rectal bleeding and weight loss.
3.  Celiac Disease: Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that is caused by the indigestion of gluten, which is a type of protein present in wheat, barley and rye. It damages the small intestine lining and symptoms would be boating, fatigue and diarrhoea.

1.2 Causes Of Digestion Issues:

1. Dietary Factors: The digestive issue can be caused due to dietary factors like food that is rich in high fats, fibre and spice. If we consume food that we are allergic to and undigested particles like lactose and gluten then it may affect the digestive process.
2. Lifestyle Factors: The lifestyle in which we live matters most to the health of the body. The type of food we consume, lack of exercise, inadequate hydration, and time management for sleep. A healthier lifestyle is the most important requirement for good health and longevity.
3. Stress: The daily life stress and anxiety can cause the serious issues of indigestion. Due to stress, the body cells don’t function properly, and the digestive system also and blood pressure stay high, which affects the digestive system.

Although keeping a regular check on the diet and exercise can solve the digestive issues and its causes also. The body also needs utmost care and nutrition for proper functioning. Eating well and on time can affect digestion on a good note. When the food we intake doesn’t function like absorbing the nutrition aside and mixes the useful juices of the body then the digestive discomfort occurs.

2. Natural Products Teas & Its Benefits

Natural product teas play an important role in our lives as these powerful and properties-packed drinks can solve almost every issue of the body. The teas are a useful invention for a healthier life. As we all know, digestion is a common issue for people, but they are unaware of the fact that it can be solved with just teas, which they can make and afford with their home ingredients and get a healthier life. 

Natural product teas help the body recover and repair the interior of the body and neutralize the body cells. The prebiotic properties of tea help increase beneficial bacteria, which improves gut health. Some herbal teas help ease digestive discomfort.

2.1 Honey Tea:

Honey is one of my most effective and personal favourite teas. It contains properties like anti-oxidants which keep chronic diseases away from us.

Drinking honey tea can help soothe the inner intestinal muscles and boost immune function. The procedure is very simple just boil a cup of water and add honey to it. Drinking it before the next morning or at bedtime can reduce all digestive issues and upset stomach.

2.2 Peppermint Tea:

Peppermint is one of the natural teas that taste a hint of spice and sweetness. Peppermint contains menthol which has active properties that soothe the muscle of the digestive tract. The peppermint extract allows the food gas to pass and reduces bloating and indigestion. It also contains anti-inflammatory ³properties which the irritation in the gastrointestinal tract.

2.3 Ginger Tea:

Ginger tea contains gingerol, which is an anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant that soothes the intestinal muscle. It also stimulates saliva production in the mouth, and fluids support the stomach acid and make the digestion process easy and clear. It supports gastric motility, which reduces indigestion, nausea and morning sickness.

2.4 Chamomile Tea:

Chamomile tea is one of the relaxing teas that soothe the digestive muscles and calm the body muscles. It is the best tea for menstruation period cramps, and it reduces the pain from the anti-inflammatory properties present in it. It also alleviates the body’s stress and calms the digestive system.

2.5 Fennel Tea:

Fennel contains compounds named Anethole. Anethole is an organic compound that features carminative and anti-inflammatory characteristics. It relaxes the muscles and reduces cramps⁴, spasms and body pain. Fennel tea properties stimulate the making of gastric juice which digests the fats and reduces bloating and indigestion.

2.6 Lemon Balm Tea:

Lemon balm tea is the most refreshing tea which has stress-reducing properties and other compounds like Rosmarinic acid which contains anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties that help with the digestive system. It also has calming effects which calm the nervous system help the digestive issues and improve overall health.

2.7 Licorice Root Tea:

Licorice root tea is made up of its root, which is the most nutritious tea because it contains Glycyrrhizin, which has anti-inflammatory properties that protect the stomach lining. It also stimulates mucin, which is a substance that protects the stomach lining from the harmful acid of the stomach and reduces issues like heartburn and indigestion.

2.8 Cinnamon Tea:

Cinnamon tea is an anti-microbial tea that alleviates the production of bacterial and fungal overgrowth in the digestion tract. It also lowers the sugar level because of its spicy and bitter taste. It soothes the stomach and rectifies the issues of digestive discomfort, bloating and gas.

2.9 Dandelion Root Tea:

Dandelion tea acts as a mild laxative tea which promotes regular bowel movement and constipation. The bile which aids the digestion of fats and improves liver health is due to the properties of the dandelion root tea. Dandelion tea also eliminates excess water and toxin properties that reduce bloating and gas.

2.10 Cardamom Tea:

Cardamom tea contains compounds like Cineole and Limonene, which contain properties that reduce gas and bloating. It stimulates the digestive enzymes which aid the breaking down of the food and absorb the nutrients of the food. The stomach cramps and other relative stomach issues can be solved with this tea.

2.11 Marshmallow Root Tea:

Marshmallow root contains Mucilage, a gel-like substance that coats the digestive tract and solves inflammation and irritation of the bowel system. The Mucilage coats the stomach lining and protects it from heartburn, acid reflux and gastritis. It contains properties that protect the stomach lining from harmful bacterial acids and other fluids.

2.12 Green Tea:

Green tea is one of the most refreshing and popular tea for digestive issues. It contains Catechins ⁵that boast anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties, which solve the overall issues of the body from head to toe. The production of enzymes aids in the breaking down of foods and absorbs the nutrition of the digestive good. Green tea promotes Weight management because it boosts metabolism properties and oxidates the fat of the body.

Above mentioned teas are herbal teas that regain the lost energy. Herbal teas have been utilized for centuries now, and they are believed to help overall health from earlier. Teas help the digestive system to be active and continue the functions of the body.

Adding the above teas to your daily routine can help with digestive issues and keep the body healthier. As we all know, saliva, which is produced by our mouth, helps the digestive system work effectively, so to stimulate the saliva juices then, herbal teas help to produce the different juices that promote digestive issues.

3. Tip for Adding The Teas To The Routine

Incorporating the following herbal teas into your daily routine would be a healthier and simpler choice. The tea gives you the potential benefits of its properties and other compounds to maintain your wellness.

Experience the different herbal teas and find your perfect match and taste per your endurance. Some people with sensitive stomachs may face health issues because herbal teas are spicier and contain a mild laxative taste. Some may have allergic issues with different herbal products, so be choosy when finding your daily teas and perfect routine.

1. Variety: Try different herbal teas and flavours to keep you active for daily consumption. The different tastes keep you excited for the next day’s routine, and you intake different properties daily, which benefits your overall health.
2. Morning routine: Boost your morning with herbal teas to keep a healthy note. Start your day with teas like green tea because it contains mild caffeine and can keep you refreshed and awake the whole day.
3. Replace with other beverages: Changing the unhealthy choice with a healthier choice can help engage. For instance, try herbal tea in exchange for coffee or other sugary. Drink a soothing drink instead of unhealthy choices.
4. Hydration uplift: To keep you active for the tea, fill a container with herbal tea and drink it throughout the day to stay hydrated. Some people say it is a detox drink, but drinking tea is different as we boil it to extract its properties.
5. Mindful enjoyment: Enjoy every sip and drink it peacefully to extract the real nutrition and properties of the tea. Don’t drink it forcefully or awfully. To suck the properties, one should enjoy the drink they consume.

The digestive issues can be solved with home remedies and herbal ingredients, which are the most natural compounds to get relief from the issues. It has numerous benefits which enhance the body’s health and digestive system.

However, make sure to use organic and fresh herbal ingredients in the teas to make the tea effective and balance optimal health. Drink the tea after boiling it for at least 10 minutes to extract its real properties and beneficial compounds. Psychological stress can affect health and digestive issues, so make sure to drink relaxing and calming herbal teas to maintain balance. Stay out of unhealthy habits and choices to make a long and healthy life.

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Last Updated on April 12, 2024 by Dr. Lehri Srivastava