Alfalfa

The word “alfalfa” comes from the Arabic phrase "al-fac-facah" meaning “father of all foods”. This extremely nutritious food dates back to at least 6,000 years ago, with remains of the alfalfa leaf found in Ancient Persian ruins from around this time.

There are many ways alfalfa contributes to digestive health, firstly, it is high in the pre-biotics “fructo-oligosaccharides” – compounds which fertilise and feed the good bacteria (pro-biotics) in the gut. This will help to neutralise bad bacteria (such as Candida), which can lead to a whole host of health problems.

Aloe Vera 

The aloe vera plant is a succulent plant species from the genus Aloe. It grows abundantly in tropical climates and has been used for centuries as a medicinal plant.

Aloe vera helps increase the water content in your intestines. Research has shown a relationship between increasing the intestinal water content and the stimulation of peristalsis, which helps you pass stool normally.

Psyllium

Psyllium is a form of fiber made from the husks of the Plantago ovata plant’s seeds. It sometimes goes by the name ispaghula.

Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative. This means it soaks up water in your gut and makes bowel movements much easier and can help promote regularity without increasing flatulence. It can be used as a one-off to ease constipation, or it can be added to your diet to help promote regularity and overall digestive health.

rhubarb

The fiber in rhubarb helps keep things moving through your digestive tract, preventing problems such as constipation while detoxifying the gut from toxins. It also contains compounds called sennosides, which act as natural laxatives. The tannins in rhubarb also provide anti-diarrheal effects.

Gentian

Gentian is a bitter herb thought to stimulate digestion by increasing saliva production and promoting stomach acid and digestive enzyme production. More. Bitter herbs are thought to stimulate digestive function by increasing saliva production and promoting both stomach acid and digestive enzyme production.

Cascara sagrada

Cascara sagrada is a stimulant laxative. It works by causing muscle contractions in the intestines. These muscle contractions help move stool through the bowels. The bark contains chemicals called anthraquinones that give it its color and its laxative effect. These chemicals react with bacteria in the intestines to stimulate the bowels.

Goldenseal

Goldenseal was used by Native Americans as a treatment for irritations and inflammation of the mucous membranes of the respiratory, digestive, and urinary tracts.

Because of its antimicrobial activity, goldenseal has a long history of use for infectious diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infections, and vaginal infections.

Lactobacillus acidophilus

Lactobacillus acidophilus has an average rating of 9.8 out of 10 for the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. 100% of those users who reviewed Lactobacillus acidophilus reported a positive effect, while 0% reported a negative effect.