Introduction
Digestion is one of the most important functions in our bodies, but it can also be one of the most uncomfortable. If you’ve ever had a stomach bug, you know how much better your digestion feels when it’s not feeling like its own worst enemy. I’ve compiled a list of foods that promote healthy digestion and lower inflammation for anyone who wants to feel their best both physically and mentally:
White rice
White rice is a good source of carbohydrates, and it’s easy to digest. It can be eaten with most meals and is a great source of vitamins and minerals, including iron, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus.
White rice is also rich in fiber—1 cup (240 ml) contains 3 grams of fiber—which helps keep you feeling full longer so you don’t overeat even though you’ve had plenty of food on your plate.
Cooked vegetables
Cooking your vegetables helps them become easier to digest, which means they’re much more likely to hit the spot when you’re not feeling well. For example, cooked broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables (such as cauliflower) are high in fiber and contain lots of vitamins and minerals.
Cooked veggies also contain fewer calories than raw ones—it’s not uncommon for a single cup serving of cooked broccoli or spinach to have less than 40 calories! This makes them an excellent choice for anyone trying to lose weight or get healthy on a budget. The only downside? You may find yourself eating more than usual if you cook with these foods often!
Fermented foods
Fermented foods are fruits and vegetables that have been fermented, meaning they’ve been exposed to bacteria. Fermented foods include yogurt, kefir, kombucha and sauerkraut. Probiotics are the beneficial bacteria that live in your gut; adding more probiotic-rich foods can help improve digestion by helping you digest food better.
Applesauce
Applesauce is a great source of fiber, and easy to digest. It’s also a good source of vitamin C, antioxidants and other nutrients that help you stay healthy.
The high amount of soluble fiber in applesauce helps improve your digestive health by improving the movement of waste through your intestines. It also helps prevent constipation by increasing the frequency at which bowel movements occur.
As well as being high in soluble fiber (which can help prevent constipation), apples contain pectin—an insoluble plant compound that binds together liquids such as bile acids (a secretion from liver cells) or fat droplets so they can be digested more easily by bacteria within our intestines
Oats
Oatmeal is a great breakfast food. It’s easy to digest and has a lot of fiber, which helps keep you full for longer. Oatmeal is good for your heart health, too!
If you’re looking for other healthy foods that are easy to digest and delicious at the same time, oats are an excellent choice as well.
Egg whites
Egg whites are a good source of protein and are easy to digest. They’re also high in vitamins and minerals, which can help with weight loss if you’re trying to cut back on processed foods.
Egg whites are a great source of iron, which is important for red blood cells that carry oxygen throughout your body. The protein in egg whites also helps build strong bones, making them an excellent choice for people who want to add more muscle mass or lose weight without losing any strength or endurance.
Each of these foods is great for digestion.
- White rice is easy to digest because it contains no fiber, which can cause gas and bloating. The starches in white rice are also broken down more easily than those found in whole grains such as brown or black rice, making them easier to digest.
- Cooked vegetables like carrots, broccoli or zucchini are easy to digest because they’re cooked at higher temperatures (140°F) than raw produce—which helps make them more stable—and have been refined by removing their skins and outer layers (this means less work for your body). Plus they often contain compounds called antioxidants that help reduce inflammation throughout your body; these nutrients may even help prevent cancer!
Conclusion
There you have it! You now know which foods are best for your digestive system and why they work so well. If you’re looking for a way to improve your digestion, try adding some of these foods into your diet. You won’t regret it!
