A Harvard-educated gut doctor has shared what foods you need to include in your diet to aid digestion – and it comes down to just four staples.
Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained at the prestigious medical school, often shares his advice and expertise with his 1.3 million followers on Instagram (@doctor.sethi).
And in a recent video, the 42-year-old shared his top tips when it comes to selecting foods to help aid digestion – and there are four in particular that he says we all need to prioritise.
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First up, kiwis.
“Eat kiwis for your digestion because they contain actinidin, which is an enzyme that helps break down protein,” the California-based doctor told Need To Know.
Next up on the list of dietary essentials: papaya.
Dr Sethi explained, “Eat papaya for your stomach, because papain supports digestion and reduces bloating.”
Unusually, the medical expert also suggests eating slightly green bananas, as this helps your gut microbiome due to the fact that they are high in resistant starch that supports healthy gut bacteria, as well as keeping blood sugar stable.
Finally, Dr Sethi suggests eating guava to aid in digestion.
Guava is packed with fibre and vitamin C, both of which help support smooth and regular bowel movements.
Dr Sethi’s video was viewed 107,000 times, with over 2000 likes and 28 comments.
Previously, the California-based gastroenterologist shared what superfoods to eat to help clean your gut, with chia, flax and basil seeds all serving an important role in gut health.
