The Best Digestive And Purifying Infusions

Digestive and cleansing infusions represent an effective natural alternative to help combat the feeling of heaviness and bloating in the abdomen. Factors such as stress, a poor diet and a sedentary life are often behind these poor digestions. A life in a hurry and, above all, with a lack of time to prepare healthy and easily digestible dishes, are usually the main causes why we suffer from poor digestion and accumulation of toxins.

The presence of cortisol in the blood, among other things, favors digestion to be slow and that we do not absorb nutrients correctly. There is a direct relationship between an inflamed or intoxicated liver and poor digestion. This vital organ is the one in charge of:

• Purify toxins.
• Produce bile.
• Produce other acids that help us to properly process the food that reaches the stomach.

This study from the National Library of Medicine of the United States shows that, if the liver has an accumulation of toxins, our digestions will notice it. Starting from this point, we talk about the importance of including these digestive and cleansing infusions in our diet.

To promote good digestion and proper liver function, keep the following recommendations in mind:

• Respect meal times.
• Drink a lot of water.
• Avoid foods rich in fat or sugar. They are poorly processed and take a long time to digest.
• Eat slowly.
• Avoid leading a sedentary life and eating above your energy needs.
• Keep the intestinal flora in good condition. Avoid constipation, as it prevents us from properly digesting food.

Digestive and cleansing infusions

Take note of which are some of the digestive and cleansing infusions that it is recommended to include in a healthy, balanced and responsible diet. They are healthy, delicious and very easy to prepare.

1. Infusion of mint and lemon balm

A great combination of principles with digestive, antispasmodic and sedative properties for our digestive tract. In turn, it will also be useful to alleviate the symptoms of any dyspepsia associated with nervous disorders.

Ingredients

• 15 g of lemon balm.
• 15 g of dried mint.
• 1 glass of water (200 ml).
• 1 tablespoon of honey (25 g).

Preparation

As always, we will start by heating the glass of water. Once it starts to boil, add the mint and lemon balm. It will give off a very pleasant smell. Let it boil for 20 minutes. It is advised that it rest for another 10 minutes.

To finish, strain the content and sweeten with honey. Take it 15 minutes after meals.

2. Infusion combined with cleansing and digestive principles

This infusion is recommended, since it combines various plants that could help us optimize liver function. In addition to purifying and strengthening it, it helps us improve our digestions. Take note of what to do.

Ingredients

• 2 dandelion leaves
• 2 nettle leaves.
• 3 g of dried licorice.
• 3 g of grated ginger.
• 1 glass of water (200 ml).
• 1 tablespoon of honey (25 g).

Preparation 

It’s really easy to prepare. Once the water has started to boil, add the dandelion, nettles, licorice and ginger, let it boil for 20 minutes. Then let it rest for 10 minutes and then strain the contents. 

Sweeten with honey and take 15 minutes after your main meal. You can consume this infusion over 5 days to purify your liver.

3. Green anise and chamomile

This infusion, in addition to relaxing, will help you eliminate toxins and harmful bacteria from your intestine. To promote your digestion every day, take it 15 minutes after your meals.

Ingredients

• 15 g of chamomile.
• 1 glass of water (200 ml).
• 15 g of green anise.
• 1 tablespoon of honey (25 g).

Preparation

Bring the glass of water to boil, and once it boils add the chamomile and anise. Let the infusion brew for 20 minutes. Let it rest for another 10 minutes, then strain the contents and sweeten with a little honey.

Final notes

It is extremely important to note that these infusions represent a natural alternative that cannot be considered a substitute for any medicine prescribed by a professional. The decisive thing at this point is to be responsible in its consumption and in case any symptoms persist, the most logical thing is to go to your family doctor.