The benefits of dietary supplements for digestive comfort problems

Although no one is totally immune to these unpleasant symptoms, it is a fact that almost 40% of adults over 50 experience episodes of digestive discomfort every year.

Problems can arise chronically or occasionally (who hasn't succumbed to a second piece of cake... or more?), but the same observation is often made: as time goes by, we digest less quickly and less well.

Many French people experience discomfort after meals. Often benign, these digestive problems can be cured by modifying one's lifestyle. And your plate.

Food Supplement Digestion: During digestion, ingested food passes into the large intestine (colon), where a process of bacterial fermentation takes place. Depending on what we eat, how we live and our lifestyles, this process can be more or less straightforward, and the accumulation of gas can lead to bloating and flatulence. To facilitate digestion, remember to take care of your lifestyle and diet with dietary supplements.

Which supplement to choose for digestion problems

Discover our new range of dietary supplements for digestive problems in the nutritherapy section of your organic care and nature pharmacy. In the event of an episode of poor digestion or "liver crisis", ask your pharmacist for advice on which medication to use for self-medication.

Lactic ferments: The first observations showing a link between lactic ferments and intestinal health were made by a Russian researcher at the Pasteur Institute at the beginning of the last century. The beneficial action of fermented products, rich in lactic acid bacteria, on intestinal well-being is now well established. Lactic ferments are living micro-organisms used in the preparation of fermented dairy products and foods.

Vegetable charcoal is capable of absorbing a hundred times its weight in gas and eliminating pain radically. It regulates transit, stopping diarrhea, gastroenteritis and constipation linked to intestinal fermentation. Activated charcoal is the most effective natural remedy against intestinal gas, the cause of flatulence and bloated tummies.

Sodium bicarbonate: Stomach ache, bloated stomach, difficult digestion... Gifrer Sodium Bicarbonate cleanses and deflates in less time than it takes to drink it. One teaspoon in a glass of water after a meal is enough. And there's nothing to stop you sprinkling it on your recipes, to aid digestion over the long term.

Probiotics: By colonizing the intestine, probiotics modify the balance of intestinal flora. This may help relieve various digestive disorders. Probiotics are living micro-organisms. They are essentially bacteria and yeasts naturally present in our digestive system. This is known as the intestinal flora or microbiota. They are essential for the proper functioning of the digestive system, and in particular for the digestion of food.

( Nota bene: In 2012, in the absence of convincing proof of efficacy, European health authorities prohibited food supplements containing probiotics from claiming to contribute to intestinal health or comfort, or to prevent or relieve bloating and flatulence. Source: Eureka Santé Vidal )

Natural solutions for difficult digestion

Balance your diet: To promote digestion, think about eliminating what you find hard to digest. This varies according to each individual's metabolism, but can include lactose, starches, gluten, etc. For example, all fried foods are more difficult to digest. So avoid French fries, doughnuts and foods very rich in saturated fats, which take longer to break down by the digestive system. And avoid carbonated beverages if you're prone to bloating and gas: they're likely to increase this type of discomfort!
After a heavy meal, or if you have digestive problems, put on your tennis shoes and go for a digestive walk! Even just taking an active walk for a few dozen minutes will boost your body and muscles, including those involved in digestive system activity.

Eat slowly and stay hydrated: think of a glass of water or even a bottle several times a day to limit transit problems, identify your intolerances, think of your immune system but also your nervous system (stress can cause diarrhea) and think of the food that helps your digestion on a daily basis.

Avoid screens during meals. You go into automatic mode and don't enjoy your meal enough. The result can be bloating, or a diminished sense of satiety.

Check out our blog health tip article on "How to choose the right digestive food supplement?" and "What natural remedies can help digestion after the holidays?"

If you're having trouble defining what's causing daily acidity or spasms, consider seeking advice from a healthcare professional.

What food supplements for digestive comfort does Soin-et-Nature offer?

Soin-et-Nature offers a full range of food supplements to promote digestive comfort and meet a variety of digestion-related needs. Here are the main categories available:

To improve digestion and prevent digestive discomfort, specific supplements help support the digestive system on a daily basis.
To detoxify the liver and kidneys, natural solutions target hepatic and urinary detoxification.
To relieve irritable bowel symptoms, specially adapted supplements provide support for those suffering from chronic intestinal disorders.
To reduce bloating andabdominal discomfort, vegetable charcoal is an effective, natural solution.
To eliminate heavy metals from the body, chlorella offers gentle, complete detoxification.
To promote regular intestinal transit and relieve constipation, specific supplements help restore digestive balance.
To support liver detoxification, desmodium is a plant renowned for its regenerative and protective properties.

These dietary supplements for digestive comfort, available on Soin-et-Nature, offer natural, effective solutions to improve your digestive well-being and promote optimal digestion.