Did you know that in the US 60-70 million people are affected by some type of digestive disease? Digestive health problems are typically sparked by poor gut health. When your gut is off balance, it can affect the entire body and cause all sorts of issues.
The good news is that even if your gut is off balance, you can correct it with herbs to improve digestion. We’ve recently revamped our Spice Revival tea blend to ensure you’re getting all the good stuff you need for proper gut health, not to mention that a hot cup of tea is a great addition to your wellness ritual! So let’s go over gut health, why it’s so important, and some of the best herbs to improve digestion.
What is Gut Health?
To start, we need to have a basic understanding of what gut health is. How are we going to fix the problem if we don’t know what’s causing it?
Your gut health relies on your gut microbiome. Without getting too science-y, your microbiome is all of the microorganisms living in your intestines. Yes, there’s a little city living inside you working to keep you healthy!
Typically, when we hear the word bacteria, we immediately think “bad,” but the truth is that there are good bacteria in the body that help you maintain a balanced and healthy gut. These bacteria are called probiotics, and they’re working hard to keep your gut happy and healthy.
Because having a good balance of probiotics is key to your digestive health, we have to make sure these little guys get the energy they need to keep going. Probiotics feed off of prebiotics, which can be found in a variety of herbs and foods. You need both probiotics and prebiotics to maintain good gut health.
When your gut health is off balance, it can lead to health conditions such as_
● GERD
● Stomach Ulcers
● Chronic Constipation
● Diarrhea
● Inflammatory Bowel Disease
● Bloating
No matter how you look at it, digestive issues are never fun. If you’ve been experiencing any of these problems, adding herbs that promote gut health into your wellness ritual should help! Here’s a list of the top 10 herbs for digestive health. You can find some of them in our Spice Revival tea blend!
Top 10 Herbs and Spices for Gut Health
1 | Cinnamon
Cinnamon is fabulous for gut health because it’s a prebiotic. Prebiotics serve as food for the good bacteria in your gut, which are called probiotics. Cinnamon also has anti-inflammatory properties, not to mention being delicious!
2 | Cardamom
This aromatic spice can be found in tea blends as well as Indian dishes. Studies have shown that cardamom has gastroprotective effects that are known to heal ulcers as well. It’s also full of anti-inflammatory compounds, which make it a super spice when it comes to gut health.
3 | Cloves
Ah, cloves. We love cloves at The Tea and I, because they have a lovely, aromatic taste and are known to improve digestion. Cloves are also a versatile spice that can be used in tea blends as well as your favorite meal.
4 | Ginger
Ginger is a fabulous plant with many medicinal properties and has been used as a natural remedy for years. When it comes to gut health, ginger can help you reduce nausea and soothe your stomach. It’s also great for reducing bloating with you’re having digestive issues.
5 | Turmeric
If you’ve ever had curry, you’ve had turmeric. This spice gives curry its bright yellow color, and it has many digestive health properties. Turmeric has curcumin in it, which is an anti-inflammatory compound packed full of antioxidants.
6 | Fennel
Fennel is a root vegetable that comes from the same family as carrots. It’s aromatic and tastes sort of like licorice. It goes great in curry or other dishes, but is also great in a tea blend. Research has shown that fennel is an excellent herb for gut health and digestive issues as well.
7 | Garlic
Garlic is jam-packed with prebiotics, and the best part is that you can put it in almost everything. As we mentioned before, prebiotics gives the good bacteria in your gut the energy to keep you healthy. This makes garlic a great herb for digestive health because it can relieve bloating, gas, and constipation.
8 | Peppermint
Peppermint isn’t just a holiday fragrance. This herb has several medicinal properties that can relieve issues like bloating and gas, making it great for digestive health. Try sipping a cup of peppermint tea if you’re feeling gassy.
9 | Bay Leaves
Bay leaves are a staple in cooking, and they are also great for digestive health. Studies have shown that bay leaves can soothe issues like IBS and improve gut health. One thing to remember is that you don’t eat bay leaves, you incorporate them into your dishes, which will allow you to get the health benefits!
10 | Oregano
Oregano is used in many Mediterranean dishes, but it’s also a great herb for gut health. It’s rich in antioxidants, which we know are great for the body, and it has an antimicrobial effect on your gut.
Now that we know all about how important gut health is, it’s time to start balancing that belly! We’ve recently revamped our Spice Revival tea blend to help you get your bacteria back to a happy place. This tea blend includes organic oolong tea, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and peppercorns to get that gut in check. We finish it off with organic orange peel for a delightful citrus taste, too!
We decided to change up the Spice Revival blend to give you a tea that’s packed full of herbs for gut health and better digestion as well as being delicious. Incorporating a cup of tea with health benefits is an excellent addition to anyone’s wellness ritual.
At Tea and I, we are dedicated to providing you with carefully crafted blends that yield real-world results. Our nature-inspired tea blends taste amazing and bring real benefits thanks to a combination of ancestral herbalism practices and science-backed ingredients. Browse our organic functional herbal tea blends selection and find the perfect blend that suits your unique wellness goals.