Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

March 27, 2025

12 Best Foods To Support Digestive and Gut Health

8. Ginger

Cup of hot ginger tea with ginger root and slices on gray background.
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Known for aiding digestion and preventing nausea, ginger accelerates gastric emptying and reduces discomfort. Ginger has been used for centuries in many different cultures to help ease troubled tummies, promote digestion, and protect against bacterial infection. Though powdered ginger does have benefits, use the fresh product whenever possible.