What to eat to cleanse the stomach
As the pace of modern life accelerates, irregular eating habits and high-fat and high-salt eating habits increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract. Recently, the discussion on "gastrointestinal health" has continued to rise across the Internet, especially the topic of how to clean the gastrointestinal tract through dietary conditioning has attracted much attention. The following are scientific suggestions compiled based on hot topics in the past 10 days to help you improve gastrointestinal function through food.
1. List of popular gastrointestinal cleansing foods
| food name | Core functions | Recommended way to eat |
|---|---|---|
| oats | Rich in dietary fiber, promotes intestinal peristalsis | Porridge or yogurt for breakfast |
| apple | Pectin absorbs toxins and regulates bacterial balance | Eaten raw or steamed with skin on |
| Fungus | Plant gum adsorbs digestive tract impurities | Cold or stir-fried (needs to be fully soaked) |
| sweet potato | The fiber content is 10 times that of rice | Steaming replaces some staple foods |
| yogurt | Probiotics improve intestinal microenvironment | Choose sugar-free low-temperature yogurt |
2. Scientific matching plan
According to nutritionist recommendations, effective gastrointestinal cleansing is required"Fiber + Moisture + Enzyme"combination of:
| time period | Recommended combination | Principle of action |
|---|---|---|
| morning | Warm water + oatmeal apple porridge | Awaken Gut + Dual Fiber Supplement |
| noon | Multigrain rice + cold fungus | Low GI carbohydrate + colloid adsorption |
| Evening | Sweet potato + sugar-free yogurt | Resistant starch + probiotic supplement |
3. Gastrointestinal health misunderstandings that have been hotly discussed recently
1.Dependence on "Cleanse Tea":Many media outlets have exposed that some bowel cleansing teas contain laxative ingredients, and long-term use may cause intestinal function degradation.
2.Risks of extreme fasting:The "7-day fruit and vegetable juice detox" recommended by an Internet celebrity has caused controversy, with medical experts pointing out that it may cause nutritional imbalance.
3.Enzyme product effects:The actual activity of commercially available enzymes is questionable, and natural enzyme sources such as fresh pineapple and papaya are more reliable.
4. Suggestions from professional organizations
The latest "Intestinal Health Guidelines" released by the Chinese Nutrition Society emphasizes:
• Daily dietary fiber should reach 25-30 grams (approximately equivalent to 2 apples + 1 bowl of oats)
• Drinking water should be no less than 1500ml/day, and the water temperature is recommended to be 35-40℃
• Consume fermented foods 3-5 times a week (yoghurt, natto, etc.)
5. Things to note
1. People with sensitive stomachs should gradually increase their fiber intake to avoid flatulence.
2. Patients with chronic enteritis need to avoid cold and spicy foods
3. If persistent constipation/diarrhea occurs, you should seek medical treatment promptly and do not rely solely on food for conditioning.
Through scientific food selection and reasonable combination, it can not only gently cleanse the intestines, but also establish a long-term gastrointestinal protection mechanism. It is recommended to combine moderate exercise and regular sleep to keep the digestive system in optimal condition.
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