Slow Digestion: 4 Remedies With Aloe Vera

It is essential to discover the factor causing slow digestion in order to choose the most suitable remedy. Aloe vera has many properties including that of stimulating the digestive process. 

It’s been a while since you finished your meal and you still have a heavy stomach? You may have slow digestion.

The Aloe vera is a very effective herb to fight the different disorders that affect the stomach and intestine.

Slow digestion

Digestion begins in the mouth and is the transformation of food into nutrients and water. These molecules are taken up by cells. What could not be absorbed is expelled in the faeces.

The movement that facilitates the passage of food to the stomach and then to the intestines is called peristalsis. When digestion is slow, it means that the peristalsis is weak or too slow.

The different factors of slow digestion

Continued use of laxatives

Artificial laxatives tend to irritate the intestinal lining and slow digestion.

We recommend that you use natural laxatives.

Unbalanced diets low in fiber

The consumption of fruits and vegetables considerably stimulates the digestive process.

We recommend that you consume apples, bananas, spinach, and squash seeds to start.

Drug use

Whether prescribed or not, narcotic drugs can have negative effects on the stomach and intestines.

At the slightest inconvenience, do not hesitate to consult your doctor.

Eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia

It is essential to eat well for good digestion.

If you suffer from anorexia or bulimia, you will need the help of a specialist to learn to eat peacefully.

Chronic diseases

Sometimes slow digestion is a symptom of another condition.

If the discomfort or pain continues, we recommend that you consult your doctor immediately.

In most cases, Aloe vera relieves the inconvenience of slow digestion.

The Aloe vera

The Aloe vera is a wonderful plant became popular in traditional medicine due to its many properties.

This plant has a high content of water and chemical principles that regulate the acidity of the stomach as well as the functioning of the intestinal mucosa.

It also has very effective healing properties for treating ulcers and, more generally, damaged tissue.

The Aloe vera also stimulates the immune system and protects the body from bacterial attacks.

Both Aloe vera pulp and  its gel are useful. To get the gel from this plant, you have to cut the outer green tissue with a knife. It is important to keep this gel at a low temperature, as it oxidizes easily.

As for the latex resulting from the incision of the leaves, it too must be kept cold.

4 natural remedies based on Aloe vera to fight slow digestion

1.  Aloe vera and fresh mint leaves

It is a very refreshing remedy to activate the metabolism and digestion.

In addition to fighting inflammation of the intestinal lining, mint also fights bad breath.

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons of Aloe vera gel (45 g)
• 10  fresh mint leaves
• 2 glasses of water (400 ml)
• Artificial sweetener (your choice)

Preparation

• Mix all the ingredients.
• Sweeten the preparation with the sweetener of your choice.
• Drink this remedy three times a day before or after each meal.

2.  Aloe vera , pineapple and papaya

Pineapple and papaya are two tropical fruits that stand out for their vitamin (B1, B2 and B3) and fiber content.

These fruits are ideal as part of a weight loss diet  because they aid digestion, cleanse the body and are low in calories.

Ingredients

• 1 glass of water (200 ml)
• 2 tablespoons of Aloe vera  gel (30 g)
• 1 cup of fresh pineapple (150 g)
• 1 cup of fresh papaya (150 g)
• Artificial sweetener or bee honey (your choice)

Preparation

• Mix all the ingredients until you get a creamy mixture.
• It is recommended to drink a glass of this mixture for thirty minutes with food, especially if the main course is meat-based.

3.  Aloe vera , ginger and lemon

Gingerol, a substance found in ginger, improves gastrointestinal movement and relieves mild gastritis.

As for lemon, it stimulates the absorption of iron and promotes the metabolization of fats.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of Aloe vera gel (30 g)
• 1 lemon for its juice
• 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger (15 g)
• 2 glasses of water (400 ml)
• Artificial sweetener or bee honey (your choice)

Preparation

• Mix the ingredients together.
• Filter the mixture.
• Sweeten as you wish.
• Drink this drink three times a day before meals.

4.  Aloe vera,  oats and cinnamon

This delicious and stimulating drink promotes intestinal activity.

And the great thing about this drink is that it can be drunk at any time of the day!

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of Aloe vera  gel (15 g)
• 2 tablespoons of oatmeal (20 g)
• 1 tablespoon of cinnamon (4 g)
• 1 glass of water (200 ml)
• Bee honey (optional)

Preparation

• Mix all the ingredients until you get a homogeneous mixture.
• Filter the mixture.
• Enjoy this delicious drink.