Feeling bloated and tight after a delectable gala dinner on Eid-al-Fitr? Festive bloating and gas can really make us miserable but here are few herbs and spices to eat after meal and get relief.
Post-festive blue hit hard. It is not just the vibe that goes away but all that comes after fun, party and lots of delicacies is what can make us miserable at times. Eid-Al-Fitr was celebrated with much pomp and show across the world but post-Eid bloating, gas, constipation or any other digestive issues is a common problem. After having that sheer khurma, rogan josh and other traditional meethi eid delicacies, bloating can be a common experience. So, what exactly is bloating? It is a sense of feeling tight and full in the stomach. This often can be caused due to trapped gas and unhealthy dietary practises. Burt if food can cause gas and bloating, other items can also help in getting relief from it.
Every Indian household has an array of colourful herbs and spices that hold the power to get that much-needed relief.
BLOATING TIPS AFTER EID: 6 HERBS AND SPICES FOR DIGESTIVE HEALTH
- Cumin Seeds or Jeera: Another common household spice, cuminaldehyde, cymene and other terpenoid compounds are packed with anti-bloating features that instantly provide relief from gas and stomach cramps.
- Peppermint: This is one of the most effective herbs that help woth bloating and gas. As per research, it reduces flatulence, and has a soothing effect in the digestive tract.
- Carrom Seeds or Ajwain: Ajwain water, seeds are rich in nutrients, It is often consumed as the first drink of the day. It has compunds like penine, limonene and acrvone that can help treating bloating effects.
- Ginger or Adrak: Another digestive-friendly herb, ginger is being used for medicinal purposes since ages. It helps in alleviating digestive discomfort. Adrak can help stimulate a healthy and smooth passage for food.
- Fennel Seeds or Saunf: Saunf is also a common mouth freshener that is offered often after a big meal. It is a digestive herb that helps to alleviate all digestive misery.
But the effort does not just stop at incorporating these things in your diet. While these herbs and spice can help in releasing the gas and misery, it is important to have a healthy lifestyle too. Drink jeera water, and saunf water but also have early dinners. Sleep properly at night, learn stress management, chew your food properly and practise yoga as well.