Sip This Spiced Milk to Ease Holiday Overindulgence
With Thanksgiving just behind us and the cookie season looming, the holiday season can tax our digestive systems. Feeling bloated or sluggish is typical after eating too many sugary treats, greasy meats, and the occasional drink—all of which can place a significant burden on the liver, gallbladder, and intestinal tract.
TL;DR
- Holiday meals can strain the digestive system due to rich foods and drinks.
- Winter spices have long been used to support digestion.
- Modern science validates the digestive benefits of these spices.
- Digestive speed is influenced by hydration, physical activity, stress, and medications.
- Food typically takes one to three days to move through the digestive system.