Healthy Digestive SystemThe 10 commandments of the digestive systemfrom "Nourir sa santé" by Lyse Genest and Monique Le Rouzès: 
1. Eat breakfast... after you fast2. Plan meals... in advance, for non-stop energy 3. Chew... before swallowing 4. Savour food... to aid digestion 5. Relax... before eating 6. Walk... after eating 7. Drink... in between meals 8. Avoid... boiling hot or icy cold food or drinks 9. Limit... condiments and spices 10.Eliminate... regularly Some say "You are what you eat," however, we might better add "you are what you can digest and absorb." If you are not chewing your food well, if you do not have enough digestive enzymes to help digest and assimilate your food, if you can not properly absorb the nutrients, if you are constipated, then no matter how well you eat, you will not benefit from your healthy diet. There are so many factors that influence your digestive system. Some Enemies of the Digestive System:If you have problems with your digestion you must first determine the cause. Sure it's easy to reach for an antacid for acid reflux or take a laxative for constipation but if taken for too long, these medications will exacerbate your condition. Check the list above to verify if the cause is there. Apart from medication, is there something that you can eliminate for a while to see if there are any improvements? Be mindful, for things such as coffee or soft drinks you must decrease slowly to avoid withdrawal symptoms, such as headaches, etc. One of the main causes of digestive problems is stress. I know for myself, if I am in a rush to leave and I have to eat quickly, it will be very hard for me to digest my meal. You must eat in a calm atmosphere, not on the run while stressed. Food Intolerances or Hypersensitivity Certain foods cause more of an allergic reaction, or sensitivity than others. These are: Many people are intolerant to dairy or wheat without knowing it. You can try eliminating one of these from your diet completely for two weeks, and then add it back in to see how you feel. Indigestion causes and remedies Often digestive problems stem from either an underproduction or overproduction of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. Although indigestion can happen at any age, generally, those under 30 can produce too much and this results in stomach aches before a meal when the stomach is empty. Often these people need to reduce stress. Those over 30, and especially the elderly, have stomachs that do not secrete enough hydrochloric acid (hypochlorhydria). They experience discomfort after a meal.
Stomach ulcers Digestive Enzymesit is important to eat foods that are rich in digestive enzymes. Very fresh, raw foods are the best, and growing your own sprouts is excellent, as they are actually still living when eaten. If you do not eat enough raw foods, taking a digestive enzyme supplement might be a good idea until you can improve your diet.What destroys digestive enzymes in food? Once again, eating a healthy diet is paramount in maintaining a healthy digestive system and a healthy you!
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