Khichdi to moong dal soup; top foods to give your digestive system a break

Are you troubled with low appetite, fatigue and poor digestion? Here are foods and drinks you should consume when your digestive health is not up to the mark.

Published on: Dec 01, 2023 2:27 PM IST

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"Good digestion helps with good immunity. What happens when you feel you're starting to get sick (you know niggles in your throat, low appetite, fatigue, altered bowel movements, feeling a little rundown, sniffly nose - all that jazz) and you're not sure what to eat? You've heard so much about 'easy-to-digest' food but don't really know what it is. I've got you! Here's a little guide on what sort of foods to favour and eat when you feel like you're about to get sick!" says Ayurveda expert Niti Sheth in her recent Instagram post, as she elaborates on foods and drinks for improving gut health.  (Pinterest, Freepik)

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Soup: Simple vegetables soups with spices like black pepper, ginger, cumin, coriander like - zucchini, asparagus and peas (blended), carrot and ginger (blended), green beans, zucchini, carrot, peas (chunky in a simple broth) etc can be consumed when you have gut health issues and low energy.  (Freepik)

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Rice gruel: Watery rice gruel which is basically rice cooked in about 4-8 times the water until mushy with salt and ginger powder. Can just drink the rice water if not hungry.  (Pinterest)

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Moong dal soup: Green moong dal soup is also a very nourishing and light option to have if your digestive system is in distress. Ensure moong beans are soaked and extremely well-cooked.  (Pinterest)

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Vegetable broth: Having vegetable broth can ensure you provide your body with balanced nutrition of vegetable, fibre, herbs and spices. It is also easy to digest. 

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Khichdi: This should be cooked in 4-6 times the water until both rice and moong dal are overcooked.  (Unsplash)

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Herbal tea: When you are sick, you can also rely on hot water, herbal teas like lemon grass, ginger, dandelion, chamomile, and cinnamon.  (Shutterstock)

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Fruits: If you are looking for a snack for a mid-meal break, you can go for pomegranate, fresh grapes or stewed apples. 

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What to avoid: However, one should avoid dairy, all meats, refined flours, breads, pasta, heavy legumes, beans, refined sugar, processed snacks while being ill.  (Pixabay)