Okay, this might be TMI – but a lot of Americans have issues with bloating. Gas is the most common cause of bloating, especially after a hearty meal. Gas builds up in the digestive tract when undigested food gets broken down or if you do something as simple as swallowing air while eating. Certain types of foods and drinks, like dairy, carbonated soda, and fructose, can also cause bloating. You could even be bloated because it’s “your time of the month.”
Whatever the reason – if you’re currently bloated, it may be too late to go back and think of all of the “woulda-coulda-shouldas.” Now, you have to figure out how to get rid of the bloating, and one way to do this is by drinking tea! What kind of tea, exactly? Well, stick around while we break it down for you!
Peppermint –The menthol in peppermint tea that gives it a minty taste is also wonderful in reducing inflammation, meaning it can soothe stomach discomfort – like bloating and gas. Studies show that peppermint tea harbors potent antispasmodic properties that help your intestines to relax.
Ginger – Ginger comes from the root, or rhizome, of the ginger plant and is a powerful anti-emetic. This means it can help reduce the feeling of nausea and indigestion. Because of its anti-inflammatory and carminative properties, it’s especially effective in soothing a bloated tummy.
Chamomile – Research shows that chamomile is helpful for irritable bowel syndrome, which is commonly known as IBS. It can also combat the cause of the bloating effects by lactose-containing foods and can even boost your mood by giving the GABA receptors in your nervous system an extra kickstart.
Green – Not only is green tea refreshing, but it also has numerous medicinal properties. So, it is no surprise that green tea is one of the best teas for your gut health, as it is a fantastic digestive. With its high content of catechins and antioxidants, green tea can eliminate the build-up of gas in the intestines and help your digestive system function more efficiently.
Hibiscus – Hibiscus is more than a pretty flower! In fact, it’s a great digestive tonic. Hibiscus is known to balance hormones, reduce water retention, and eliminate bloating. In scientific terms, the high flavonoid content in hibiscus tea helps modulate aldosterone, or the hormone responsible for regulating electrolyte levels and water intake.
At The Enclave at Woodbridge Apartments in Sugar Land, Texas, nothing is more important to us than your health, happiness, and overall well-being. We offer these informative blogs as a way to enhance your lifestyle beyond the scope of the physical features and services that we provide in our beautiful and welcoming community.