Digestive
problems such as constipation, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and indigestion can cause several illnesses
such as colorectal, stomach, and esophageal cancers. the risk of reducing the effects of these digestive problems can be alleviated by some herbal teas because of their
nutrition and chemical composition. Some of these teas are green tea, ginger tea, peppermint, black tea, chamomile tea, chai tea, Pu Erh
tea, dandelion root tea, senna tea, turmeric tea and purple basil tea
Peppermint tea: peppermint contains antiseptic properties and it is considered a stimulant.it is effective in treating digestive pains caused by
gas colic, gallstones, gingivitis, and irritable bowel syndrome. it may also increase the flow of bile from the
bladder. Peppermint is also known to have an effect on the salivary, gastric,
and pancreatic secretion and the terminal digestive enzyme present in the
mucosa of the small intestine. due to its inflammatory properties, it can calm stomach pain and aid digestion.
Ginger tea: Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a herbaceous
tropical perennial plant, belonging to the family Zingiberaceae. due to its
composition of phenolic compounds such as gingerol, paradol, shoal, zingerone,
and zerumbone. it has medicinal properties of being antioxidant, anti-inflammatory,
anti-bacterial, anti-tumor. It contains vitamins and minerals such as protein,
carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, sodium, iron, thiamine, niacin, ascorbic
acids, potassium, and riboflavin. studies have shown that regular intake of ginger
increases gastrointestinal movement and also accelerates gastric emptying and
reduces dyspepsia.
Dandelion
tea: Dandelion
is a plant from the family of Asteraceae and Genius taraxacum. it contains
different chemical compositions on its leaves, flowers, stems, and roots. The root
is found to contain carbohydrates (inulin) carotenoids (lutein), fatty acids, minerals,
and sugars (glucose, fructose, and sucrose) it is found to be rich in Vitamin
A, D, E, B, and C. an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial
plant which helps to improve digestion and acts as a diuretic and laxative
herb.
Green tea: green tea contains a polyphenolic
compound with catechins(EGCG) which gives it the ability to help the
gastrointestinal tract to function properly. Research has shown that
regular consumption of about 2-3 cups of green tea daily is associated with a reduction
in the risk of colorectal, stomach, and esophageal cancers.