Best foods for tummy problems

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So you have got a really bad tummy and you're in no condition to eat. Chances are that you only need to make some diet modifications instead of taking an antacid every day.

All of the tummy problems are related to improper food digestion. Either you ate the wrong food or you ate too much food. Therefore, the best way to deal with tummy problems is to give your tummy a rest for a while. Try to eat as little as possible and when you eat, make sure the food item is one of the below mentioned food items. Avoid having anything too heavy. It will make the situation worse.

This article will tell you about the right kind of foods that you should eat in case you're facing stomach pain or other tummy problems. Incorporate the following foods in your diet and say goodbye to all your tummy issues:

Bananas

Every time you would have a stomach issue, someone will suggest you bananas. Bananas are all-stars when it comes to health. They are packed with fiber, potassium and other vital nutrients your body needs. Bananas contain pectin which helps to naturally firm bowel movements. However, bananas isn't a superfood for healthy bowel movements only, studies show that bananas are actually one of the best energy-providing fruits. Moreover, they are healthy, contain low calories and serve the same function as coffee. They are easily digestible and do not upset the stomach, unless of course you decide to eat a dozen of them in one go.

Brown Rice

Instead of having a serving of white rice, try having some brown rice or red rice instead. Brown rice is minimally refined as compared to white rice and contains maximum nutrients. Moreover, brown rice has a lower glycemic index which makes it healthy for diabetics as well. Other brown sources of fiber include brown bread, wholegrains, nuts and seeds and quinoa. They are light if consumed in small amounts and do not stress the digestive system. However, if you are gluten intolerant, having rice or wheat may not be a good idea. Foods like quinoa and nuts and seeds are better options. Another positive factor regarding brown rice and other fibrous foods is that they prevent diarrhea as well as constipation. In both cases, they add bulk to your stool and improve bowel movements.

Papaya

Eating Papaya would help your stomach by not only increasing the overall digestion process, but also by easing the process. Moreover, papayas also help improve constipation. Papayas have the enzymes papain and chymopapain which help in breaking down the proteins and also in relaxing the tummy by promoting a healthy acidic environment.

If it is hard for you to come across papayas, then you can look for papaya extract tablets.

Apple Sauce

Just like the bananas, apples are also a good source of pectin, which means that apples help in reducing the symptoms of diarrhea. However, since you are already facing a tummy problem, it would be a wise decision to skip the apples and go for the applesauce instead. Since it is made of cooked apples, it would be much easier for the stomach to digest.

Ginger

Ginger not only works for stomach issues, but it is also an anti-nausea remedy and improves overall digestive health. In order to consume ginger, the recommended limit is about 4 grams of ginger daily. You can start by taking 1 gram of powdered ginger or its equivalent after every four hours. You can have it any way as you want. Some people like chewing on a piece of fresh ginger while others like to steep fresh ginger in hot water and drink it as a soothing hot tea.

References

https://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20551987,00.html

https://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/digestive-health/Pages/stomach-friendly-foods.aspx