3 Curative Smoothies For Irritable Bowel Syndrome

These smoothies can be of great help in relieving irritable bowel symptoms.

Suffering from irritable bowel syndrome is quite common in recent years. We are not yet sure what causes this disorder, but stress, certain infections, or food reactions appear to be responsible.

In any case, it is a concrete reality, with very real symptoms, which makes our life difficult.

What can we do about it? As always, your doctor can best advise you on the rules to follow. But, at home, you can prepare delicious, very healthy smoothies, which will relieve the symptoms of this pathology. Discover them!

1. Aloe vera and kiwi smoothie

You already know the multiple benefits of aloe vera. It is one of the most suitable plants for treating irritable bowel syndrome thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties. It also helps reduce the impact of bacteria that can make your colon sick.

On the other hand, aloe, when breaking down, does not emit gas like most other foods. This therefore allows it to exert a hydrating and curative action on the walls of the intestine. This action thus leads to a better metabolization of other foods.

By adding kiwi juice, you will then obtain  a smoothie full of vitamins, very smooth, healthy and incredibly digestive.

How to prepare this smoothie?

• 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel (approximately 20 g)
• A Kiwi
• A glass of water

This smoothie is very easy to prepare.

• Heat the equivalent of a glass of water then dilute the spoonful of aloe vera.
• Once the aloe vera has dissolved, add the kiwi.
• You can add a spoonful of honey, which will make it much more pleasant in the mouth.

As a final tip, keep in mind that these smoothies are much better and much more digestible when eaten warm.

2. The papaya and chamomile smoothie

It is a very complete smoothie, ideal to drink as soon as you wake up. It will allow you to relieve your inflammation, relieve your pain and thus reduce the classic swelling of the belly.

Papaya is one of the most digestible fruits there is, thanks to its high papain content. You will be able to digest it very easily and it will do you a lot of good.

Mint also contains multiple benefits, useful for treating irritable bowel syndrome. Its oil contains menthol, which will allow you to control the muscle contractions of your intestines. They will be more relaxed, so you will feel less pain.

In addition to all this, you benefit from the properties of chamomile, ideal for calming swelling, relieving, relaxing and regulating cases of constipation or diarrhea, direct consequences of irritable bowel syndrome. It helps to treat inflammation well and, moreover, has no side effects.

How to prepare this smoothie?

• 3 slices of papaya
• 1 bag of chamomile tea
• 1 mint tea bag
• A few drops of lemon juice
• A spoonful of honey
• A glass of water (200 ml)

To prepare this smoothie, all you have to do is mix the papaya. Make the mint and chamomile infusions in a glass of boiling water.

Once everything is ready, mix all the ingredients. Then add a little honey, and you will see the good it will do for you. An ideal smoothie to drink in the morning.

3. The lemon balm, watermelon and pear smoothie

How to prepare this smoothie?

• A slice of watermelon
• A pear
• A sachet of lemon balm infusion
• A glass of water (200 ml)

The simple fact of combining the action of fruits with that of medicinal plants, greatly helps the irritated colon. The sedative, anti-inflammatory and curative action of each of these elements is increased tenfold.

Lemon balm is, moreover, an excellent relaxing agent, which helps to avoid suffering from cramps and intestinal contractions, which can be so painful.

Pear, for its part, is a fruit with medicinal properties that we should consume every day. Rich in vitamins and minerals, it is so digestible that it cannot harm us. We tolerate it very well and we will benefit from its high vitamin B complex content.

Including watermelon in this smoothie is a great idea. Indeed, it will hydrate us well, it is diuretic and will also provide us with its high content of vitamins and minerals. It is also very well tolerated by our body and helps soothe irritable bowel syndrome.

To reap the full benefits of these fruits, simply make a smoothie with both!

Remember to add the lemon balm infusion. To do this, infuse the sachet in a glass of water. Once everything is ready, add it to your watermelon and pear juice. You will see how good you will feel.

Remember, once again, to drink all your smoothies lukewarm. If they are too hot, or too cold, they will hurt your gut.