Medicinal Plants to Support Your Digestion

• Lina Belley

Medicinal Plants to Support Your Digestion

A practical guide to plants commonly used to promote digestion, soothe minor discomforts, and contribute to microbiome balance. Inside, you’ll find tips for use, simple recipes, and precautions to keep in mind.

Digestion is a vital process that influences far more than our comfort after a meal. It impacts our energy, vitality, and even our emotional balance. When it is disturbed, we may feel heaviness, bloating, or simply a lack of flow in our daily life. Plants have always held an important place in natural health traditions. Some are traditionally recognized for soothing digestion and supporting microbiome balance. In my practice, I like to integrate simple, accessible advice to help each person reconnect with digestive well-being — always respecting individual rhythm and needs. 🌿 Here are a few plants traditionally used to support digestion:

Peppermint

Traditionally used for its freshness and essential oils, peppermint can help relieve mild digestive discomfort and encourage more harmonious digestion.
How to use: steep a few fresh or dried leaves in hot water after a meal.

Fennel

Often recommended for its gentleness, fennel is valued for reducing bloating and promoting lightness after a heavy meal.
How to use: brew one teaspoon of lightly crushed seeds in hot water.

Chamomile

Known for its calming properties, chamomile benefits both the nervous system and digestion. It can provide an overall soothing effect, ideal in the evening.
How to use: steep 1 tablespoon of dried flowers in hot water for 5–10 minutes.

Ginger

Warming and stimulating, ginger has long been used to support digestion and reduce discomfort from heaviness.
How to use: simmer a few fresh slices gently in water for 10 minutes to make a decoction.

Practical tips

• Introduce plants gradually, testing one at a time.
  
  
• Listen to your body’s reactions: each person is unique.
  
  
• Choose high-quality products, preferably organic.
  
  
• Always consider precautions: some plants may interact with medications or be contraindicated during pregnancy.
  

In conclusion
Plants are precious allies for naturally supporting digestion and promoting overall well-being. They do not replace medical advice or professional follow-up, but they can enrich your daily habits with gentleness. In my practice, I offer personalized tools and guidance so that everyone can regain a more harmonious relationship with their body.

Naturopathy and neurotherapy are not about perfection, but about finding balance — adapted to your pace and your needs.

Lina Belley
Naturopath and Neurotherapist