10 Good Eating Habits Written by John Joseph Immel, Asheville, NC

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Digestion & Blood Flow

Did you know that digestion takes up to 60% of our daily metabolism? Most of the energy and fluids used for digestion are supplied through the blood. Thus, digestion is only as strong as the blood and circulation to digestive organs. Work, emotion, stress and even conversation pull blood from digestion. That's why we should relax when we eat. Some foods, like cold drinks, cause restricted blood flow to the stomach. We should avoid all activities that divert blood from the digestive tract.

The first fifteen minutes after eating are crucial. A massive increase of blood flow to the digestive tract brings fluid to acid-producing glands lining the stomach. The corresponding lack of blood in the mind makes us feel sleepy. It's important to relax during this time of sleepiness, even to the point of reclining on the left side. Humans should yield to digestion, giving the body the time, space and blood it needs to properly digest food. After the stomach fills with fluids, blood will be released for other activities. Energy and alertness will return to the mind. Then alas, the afternoon siesta ends and we are ready to reclaim the day.

10 Good Eating Habits

Here are ten habits to improve blood flow and digestion. ...

 

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