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Edited 2009
Top Ten Tips... To Better Digestion
1. The first top
digestion tip, is every morning before breakfast, freshly
squeeze the juice of 1 - 2 lemons in 250ml - 500ml
of spring or filtered water. This small but effective
daily routine will help to cleanse the stomach of left
over 'debris' and remove any excess acid.
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A high quality herbal 90-day Digestive Programme
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2. Another daily drink taken late morning or
sometime before lunch will complement the cleanse in 'Tip
1' to help your digestion. This can include 1 tsp - 1
tbsp of Organic Apple Cider Vinegar mixed with 250ml - 500ml
apple juice (freshly squeezed is even better). This drink will
balance digestive juices, specifically for low or high levels
of Hydrochloric acid (HCl).
3. Avoid cold drinks while eating - this slows down
digestion. Food is digested more efficiently at around body
temperature, therefore cold fluid can slow down the digestive
processes. If you must drink while eating, try hot water or
herbal teas. Caffeine can cause excess production of HCl so
should be avoided, as should alcohol.
4. Have you ever heard of Swedish Bitters? These
can usually be obtained from good health food stores around the
UK as well as in Europe. The taste of bitter herbs, foods,
juices etc, 20 - 30mins before eating will increase digestive
function by encouraging the release of digestive enzymes,
juices and acids.
5. Specific self massage and
exercise techniques used as part of a daily routine
will also contribute to better digestion.
'LIVER EXERCISE' - This exercise massages the
Liver and Gall Bladder, tonifying and cleansing these organs,
helping digestion. It helps cope with abdominal wind, and
assists digestion. Place the heel of the right hand on the
right side of the body under the rib cage, and just above the
hip bone. The fingers should point straight across the body.
Pressing firmly, move the hand slowly across the body to the
middle of the abdomen; you should end up with the heel of the
hand over the navel. Repeat this action 10-20 times.
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Exercise....]
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