DOLCE LIFESTYLE:
5 Foods to Ease a Tummy Ache
by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD
1. Bananas
With potassium to balance your body’s minerals and a simple form of carbohydrates that your body can easily break down, bananas are great to ease stomach pain. And the riper, the better!
2. Ginger and/or Peppermint Tea
This has been used for years to curb nausea and vomiting, largely due to the menthol content.
3. Ezekiel Toast
The toastier the bread, the better. By toasting the bread, we increase carbon, which helps get rid of toxics and provide relief. Regular bread may work, but toasting it will speed up the process.
4. Fennel
This is a wonderful anecdote if your stomach pain is caused by gas. Fennel contains anethole, which reduces inflammation, and has been known to help fight off foodborne illnesses, such as, salmonella.
5. Papaya
Papaya contains the enzyme papain, which helps digest proteins, and can help ease GI discomfort.