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Go With Your Gut: Healthy Digestion

Get a gut check on your gut health.

Food for thought: your digestive system matters

Whether we're thinking about what's for dinner or dreaming of dessert, eating food is often on our minds. Digesting that food? Not so much. Yet, healthy digestion is key to overall health. Not only does this process allow us to access the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients from that fabulous food—it also impacts our immune health, brain health, mood and more.
Making it easier to eat healthy

If you've been striving to pile your plate with nutrient-dense foods, you might have noticed occasional digestive discomforts. A high-quality digestive enzyme can make it easier to follow a plant-based diet. You can even find nutrients that relieve bloating and gas.
Happy gut, healthy immune system

When the bacteria in your digestive tract are in harmony, your whole body thrives—including your immune health. That's right—in addition to vitamins D and C, an excellent probiotic, which cultivates those healthy bacteria, can help shore up your natural defenses! And because there's a connection between your gut and your brain, you'll even find probiotics that support your mood and stress management!
How to support your digestive health

For best results, eat nutrient-rich meals, drink enough water and stay active.

Get a gut check on your gut health.

General Digestive Health

Achieve your optimal digestive health with well-portioned meals, a healthy diet and sensible lifestyle choices.

Digestive Health Information & Research

What can you do to support healthy digestion?

Eating balanced, healthy meals and not overeating is key. If you have an intolerance for certain foods, avoid them. Avoid eating within two hours of bedtime. Exercise regularly and do not drink alcohol in excess. Maintaining a healthy weight may improve your digestion. Drinking enough water is also important. Managing stress may help, as well. If you feel like you’re taking the right steps but still have digestive discomfort, see your doctor.

Which supplements support digestion?

Digestive enzymes, including those that break down carbohydrates, protein and fat, support healthy digestion. The stomach also needs an adequate amount of hydrochloric acid to break down food. Gut health supplements, digestive enzymes and betaine hydrochloride can be consumed prior to meals to help support optimal digestion.

How can you support digestive comfort?

First, the amount you eat at any one time may be more important than the types of food you eat. Try to eat small portions and eat slowly, chewing your food thoroughly. Avoid excessively fatty foods. Acidic foods, such as tomato sauce and citrus fruits, and spicy foods may cause occasional digestive discomfort. Avoiding processed, pre-packaged foods is a good idea for digestive health and overall health. Alcohol should be avoided or limited to small amounts.