BY CLAIR WHITTY
The festive season is fast approaching and the Christmas parties and get togethers have begun. Some of you may over indulge in food and drink and end up with uncomfortable digestive problems like heartburn, acid reflux, bloating, wind or cramping pain.
If you suffer from heartburn there are several natural remedies that can help including having some baking soda in water, an apple after your meal or maybe apple cider vinegar in water during the meal. These traditional remedies can work for some of you.
However, if none of these traditional remedies takes your fancy take a look at Silicol Gel. This is a liquid supplement containing Colloidal Silicic Acid and is used for gastrointestinal disorders. The gel forms a protective and soothing layer over the lining of the stomach, and customers tell me that they feel this soothing sensation quite quickly. Symptoms it can help with include acid reflux, heartburn and even vomiting. It can also help relieve symptoms of IBS such as diarrhoea, bloating and wind. It is a useful supplement for these festive occasions where you are eating out or with family or friends, or where you are perhaps less in control of what you are eating which could trigger symptoms. It’s a great one to try if you suffer from night-time reflux which can be exacerbated by overindulging in alcohol and rich food.
Milk Thistle is the most popular supplement to take before going out drinking. There are several brands of Milk Thistle to choose from and you can also get combination products for extra support. For example, you could consider Natures Plus Bio Advanced Liver Support. This contains a mixture of herbs with a strong association and history of usage for liver support. Herbs include dandelion, burdock, globe artichoke and milk thistle, as well as choline which contributes to the normal maintenance of liver function. This may help reduce the effects of your hangover, but make sure to watch the amount you drink and drink plenty of water in between drinks as well.
If you are worried about passing wind, digestive enzymes might be the thing for you. Udo’s Choice Digestive enzymes may help you digest that heavy meal so you can enjoy this festive occasion.
I hope that you all enjoy your social event wherever that may be.
