In this period when we eat more and too much at the table, for example at parties, millions of Italians tend to suffer from poor digestion after eating. Poor digestion is a very common and annoying problem, but it can be combated with some home remedies.
Bay leaves and lemon, a perfect combination that solves a common and very annoying problem!
Bay leaf is a medicinal spice that, although known for its use in gastronomy to flavor dishes, is also culturally associated with its beneficial anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. This plant helps eliminate toxins, making it the ideal ingredient to eliminate fluids and reduce stomach inflammation. In addition, bay leaves help improve digestion.
However, when combined with lemon, this ingredient enhances its effects, cleanses the body and strengthens the immune system. This citrus fruit contains vitamin C and fiber, which aid digestion by promoting intestinal transit. At the same time, it can eliminate fluid retention in the body and become a natural diuretic. It is also a source of calcium, potassium, iron, iodine, magnesium, zinc, vitamin A and B vitamins.
Water prepared with lemon is rich in antioxidant nutrients that help the body eliminate toxins and facilitate the detoxification process.
Bay and lemon infusion has the ability to promote digestive health and activate metabolism to accelerate fat burning, fight inflammation, prevent indigestion, reduce stress and anxiety, and boost the immune system.
On the other hand, according to a study by Joohee JUNG, Je-Hyuk LEE, Ki Hwan BAE and Choon-Sik JEONG, cineol and eogenol are substances that prevent heartburn and gas formation in the intestines.
Boil bay leaves and add lemon juice: you can’t imagine the benefits of this!
To prepare this infusion, you will need a liter of water, five bay leaves and a lemon. Put the water with the bay leaves in a saucepan until it boils, then turn off the heat. Add half a lemon and the squeezed juice. Let the tea steep for 5 minutes and strain. It is recommended not to add sweeteners or sugar. It is ideal to take it on an empty stomach.
We recommend being very careful when eating bay leaves and not overdoing it, as this can cause side effects. For example, if you drink a lot of bay leaf tea, you may experience vomiting, nausea and irritation of the stomach lining (opposite effect). A maximum of two cups of this bay leaf and lemon tea per day is enough to fight indigestion and stomach pain.
