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Eating lots of
fiber. This can be easily obtained by eating lots of raw fiber rich vegetables
and fruits.
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Taking small meals. Instead of taking 3 main
meals a day. Take more meals with smaller portions or servings. This will
make the food easier to digest by your body.
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Eating healthy foods. Keep your diet
balanced with food from all the major food groups. Make raw fruits and
vegetables a major part of your diet plan.
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Chew your food thoroughly during each meal.
Yes, this was often one of the earliest advice we received from our
mother's , yet it is still often overlooked.
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Exercising regularly. Recommended is
at least 30 minutes of vigorous exercise everyday. This will totally
stimulate your blood circulation, your heart as well as your digestive
system.
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Drinking
healthy volumes of water. The best way to drink water is to take it half an hour
before or after meals. Take small sips. Make sure you get your full
requirement of 8-10 glasses of plain water every day.
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Use natural constipation relief supplements when
absolutely needed. Natural food husk based supplements work well.
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Here is a reflexology massage tip to
stimulate your intestines and assist in food digestion: Massage the area
between your thumb and forefinger of both hands. Do each hand with the
other using circular movements; apply pressure with your thumb and
forefinger of the other hand, hold for a few seconds, release, than repeat
4 or 5 times.
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Take a gentle walk after heavy meals.
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Drink a warm drink such as green tea or mint
tea after very heavy rich meals, this aids in digestion.
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Also try and regulate your stress, anxiety
and depression using natural non medicinal techniques.