Tummy troubles? We’ve all been there. From poor gut health to intestinal inflammation, many of us have experienced the pain and discomfort of stomach problems. Instead of reaching for the antiacids, why not try herbs for digestion?

There are a lot of herbs for gut health, but here are 7 of our favorites:

Herbs for Digestion: 7 Healing Herbs to Boost Your Digestive System

Dandelion

Dandelion has a delicious earthy flavor when steeped as a tea, but it can be quite potent. The common “weed” has amazing healing properties. It’s one of the best herbs for digestion because it helps detox the liver and restore potassium. Dandelion tea will help flush out your body, but it can also be made as a potent tincture, wine, or coffee.

Slippery Elm

Slippery Elm is one of the best herbs for intestinal inflammation. It’s a moisturizing herb because it contains mucilage, a gummy fiber that soothes your stomach. So it calms indigestion, IBS, and other stomach and intestinal inflammation, while flushing out toxins. It can even help with too much acidity in the body. You can steep it as a tea, or create a tincture for more potency.

Lemonbalm

This citrus-minty herb has a pleasant taste and aromatic smell. Lemonbalm helps relieve digestive issues because it’s a strong antioxidant, so it detoxes the liver, kidneys, and spleen. It’s anti-inflammatory properties can soothe gut pain and reduce acidity. The mint family are great herbs for stomach problems, and for reducing stress and anxiety that may be causing issues, too.

Licorice

Licorice root is one of the best herbs for healing stomach lining and reducing inflammation! It protects the wall of the stomach from acidity that causes ulcers. It can even help heal ulcers already present – and relieve the pain with its cooling effects. Licorice is also a power anti-bacterial and antioxidant, so it can help flush out any built up gunk from the body.

Turmeric

Turmeric helps regulate healthy gut flora, which makes it a great for digestion and gut health. Having the right flora and microbiome is crucial to having good health – so start adding turmeric to your food or make a spice tea with it. It helps your stomach recover after taking antibiotics, sooths the stomach, and flushes acid and other irritants from your belly.

Calendula

Calendula is another herb that helps heal the stomach lining, by repairing any holes or other issues in your gut wall. Besides that, it’s antimicrobial and antiviral, which helps balance your gut flora and remove toxins from the body. It’s especially powerful at detoxing the lymphatic system, which in turn boosts your immune system and gut health.

Cardamom

Cardamom is fantastic herb for spasms, gas, and indigestion. It improves your overall digestive health, and even helps with bad breath! Bad breath can sometimes be a sign of other gut issues, because it’s all connected. Cardamom’s antiseptic properties improve breath while also balancing your gut so it’s perfect for digestive health. Cardamom makes a great tea, but it’s also a delicious spice, popular in Indian food.

Keep Your Tummy Happy

Keep your stomach at ease, and keep these herbs on hand. Which herb is your favorite? Leave us a comment on our Facebook or Instagram!