Digesting Well: Just As Important as Eating Well

 

 By Lise Guénette, ND.A.
Member of the Association of approved naturopaths of Quebec

 

 

Digestion occurs through an “involuntary” mechanism, but for many people this process is difficult, takes too long and creates discomfort.

 

                               

 

CHEWING IS ESSENTIAL


Because it allows the triggering of a series of reflexes which will facilitate the digestive process. It is estimated that the ideal chewing rate to eat less and trigger the feeling of satiety is between 20 to 30 times!


OVER TIME, THE ENZYMES THE BODY MAKES DECLINE

And those present in raw foods are partially or totally destroyed by cooking, pasteurization, irradiation, etc. Modern foods often have a low enzyme profile.


Consequences of a lack of enzymes and incomplete digestion: gastrointestinal problems, heaviness, gas, bloating, nausea, burning, headaches, food intolerances, fatigue, etc.


CERTAIN FOODS SLOW DOWN DIGESTION


The more fat, animal proteins and sugar there are in a meal, the more difficult digestion will be. After a hearty meal or a meal of junk food, it sometimes takes several hours to restore the digestive rhythm.


WITHOUT ENZYMES, EVERYTHING HAPPENS IN SLOW MOTION!


A broad-spectrum digestive enzyme supplement can provide valuable assistance and greatly relieve the discomfort associated with incomplete and difficult digestion.

By using them with your meals, it will be easier for you to digest better on a daily basis and especially to better digest your meal during festive occasions (restaurants, birthdays, travel) which encourage dietary deviations.


DIFFICULT DIGESTION AND INTESTINAL INSTABILITY


It happens that in the presence of digestive disorders, the intestine becomes destabilized. Diarrhea and/or constipation may occur.

Soluble fiber like psyllium seeds can help because they:
- Promote the balance of the intestinal microbiota.
- Helps fight both diarrhea and constipation.
    - Increase the feeling of satiety.
    - Reduce the absorption of cholesterol and fats.
    - Help regulate blood sugar levels.
    - Protect against colon cancer.
    - Help relieve irritable bowel syndrome.

Better digestion = Better assimilation = Better health!