1. Take probiotics on an empty stomach
It’s the new craze now. Everyone is talking about
probiotics, but what are they? They are quite simply the good bacteria that
naturally exist in the gut. They aid digestion and digestive health and have
been shown to possibly help you lose weight. Taking good quality probiotics
everyday on an empty stomach will ensure you get the most benefit. There are
probiotic capsules you can take such as Bio-Kult, Optibac and Solgar or if you
are pill-popping averse then you can try eating foods that naturally contain
probiotics.
Foods that contain probiotics include
·
Yoghurts, go for ones that say live and active
cultures on the label and little or no sugar e.g. Yakult
· Kefir. This is a cross between yoghurt and milk.
It is made by fermenting milk with bacteria and yeast to produce a slightly
tangy and creamy drink that can be taken
on its own or blended with fruit to make a smoothie.
· Soft cheese. Not all cheese are a good source of
probiotics the main ones to eat are cheddar, cottage, parmesan and gouda
cheese.
2. Fast twice a week.
Give your digestive system a rest by fasting for 16 hours
twice a week. You can have soup early one evening and then have nothing to eat
until lunchtime the following day. This gives your gut a much needed break and
allows the lining of the intestines to heal and repair.
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