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When
OR UPSETS?
WAS THE LAST TIME YOU FELT WELL AND WAS ABLE TO
EAT THE FOODS YOU LIKE NOT HAVING ANY GUT ISSUES

A long time ago? Or maybe just few months ago?

Taking care of our digestive health is crucial. Unfortunately it’s not until our gut is
malfunctioning – we get bloated and/or gassy, have abdominal pain, experience
reflux, constipation or diarrhoea – then we usually look for quick fixes.

They can work sometimes, but more often the symptoms are indications of deeper
imbalances that need to be addressed.

To do this, you need to embark on a step-by-step approach that addresses the root
causes of your symptoms and then optimises your wellbeing through a holistic,
personalised approach. I specialise in solving all gut problems by focussing on better
nutrition, eliminating food intolerances and fixing nutrient deficiencies that are key
to a well-functioning gut.

You can find tips and guidelines on my website www.naturimedica.com. If you’re

ready to permanently address your gut problems by identifying and dealing with the
CAUSE of your symptoms, feel free make an appointment with me by clicking HERE
to discuss your concerns and circumstances.

Life happens and most of us need some digestive first aid after overindulging during
festive season or just eating too much any day.

If you’d like help right now, this short eBook of natural digestive remedies will help
to soothe most gut upsets, including:

• Bloating and gas

• Reflux

• Diarrhoea

• Constipation

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Bloating and gas/ flatulence

• Ginger tea – add ¼ teaspoon of freshly grated ginger to I glass of just-boiled

water. Steep for 10 minutes. Drink 3 cups of the mixture throughout the day.
You can also use powdered ginger.

• A hot water compress or bottle placed directly on the abdomen will relieve gas
pains.

• A strong cup of peppermint tea should give relief quickly, especially if you walk
around just after drinking it.

• Soothing seeds – mix anise, caraway, sill and fennel seeds. To release the
healing oils gently crush the seeds and drink ½-1 teaspoon to a cup of just
boiled water. Let it steep for 10 minutes. Strain and drink. Repeat as needed.

• For severe bloating or gas: use charcoal tablets

Take 1-2 tablets (as per the label) between meals for a day or two. Charcoal is
best used sporadically and for calming down severe bloating and not for
regular use. It absorbs and bounds many substances in the gut including
minerals and vitamins which are then excreted without being absorbed.

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Reflux (heartburn)

• Take apple cider vinegar – mix 1 teaspoon of honey and 2 teaspoons of organic
‘mother’ apple cider vinegar into a glass of hot water and drink the mixture a few
times per day before meals. Check out the Honey and Apple Cider Vinegar recipe
HERE

• Eat papaya after meals – fresh, ripe papaya helps digestion thanks to the potent
digestive enzyme called papain.

• Chew digestive seeds – chew a mix of anise seeds, cardamom seeds or caraway
seeds. These are great for sore stomach.

• In case of acid indigestion – chew well a tablespoon of dry rolled oats, then
swallow. Repeat as needed.

• Add fresh basil to food while cooking – it will make the food more digestible
and also help prevent constipation.

• Avoid coffee, fried foods, alcohol, chocolate and spicy foods – they often trigger
reflux.

• Don’t lie down after eating – the backflow of stomach acid into the oesophagus
increases when you lie down, especially on your right side.

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Diarrhoea

Diarrhoea can be dangerous as it quickly depletes the body of electrolytes such as

potassium, magnesium and sodium leaving the sufferer tired and dehydrated. It
also has positive aspect – it helps to speed up toxin removal.

• Drink lots of water – sip warm water in small quantities constantly during the
day. Place a few grains of Himalayan salt (rich in electrolytes) on the tongue and
drink the water immediately.

• Drink an infusion of dried blueberries – this is one of the best traditional

remedies to resolve diarrhoea. Take 1 tablespoon of dried blueberries and add
1 glass of boiling water. Steep for around 15 minutes, drink whilst warm. Drink
around 4-6 glasses of this drink per day until diarrhoea subsides.

• Chamomile and/ or peppermint teas are very soothing and hydrating.

Especially chamomile is an old diarrhoea remedy used for centuries.

• Raspberry leaf tea is a popular remedy for children and adults. Combine 1
tablespoon of dried raspberry leaves with 2 cups of water, add small piece of
cinnamon stick and simmer for 25 minutes. Strain, cool and drink throughout
the day.

• Barley water – an effective traditional remedy and great for soothing the gut.
Find the recipe HERE.

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Constipation

• First thing in the morning drink 2 glasses of warm filtered water mixed with
1 teaspoon of raw honey and 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice. This has a
cleansing effect on the digestive tract and encourages bowel movements.

• Prune drink – most of us know this remedyJ Cover 10 prunes with warm
water and leave overnight. In the morning before breakfast eat the moist
prunes and drink the juice diluted with water.

• Combination of dried apricots and prunes works wonders for most people.
Soak six of each overnight. Next morning eat three of each and drink half of
the juice diluted with 1 cup of water. Then in the late afternoon or an hour
before dinner, eat the remaining three apricots and prunes.

• Olive oil – take 1 tablespoon of extra virgin, cold pressed olive oil in the
morning and 1 tablespoon and hour after dinner. It lubricates the bowels.

• For extra help – take 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseeds and cover with
warm water. When they swell, add 1-2 tablespoons of oat bran, mix well and
eat the mixture with a big glass of water. Best done before sleep at night.

• Aerobic exercise is an excellent laxative! Do at least 30 minutes every

morning. Fast or power walking works a treat.

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FUTHER HELP AND SUPPORT

Hello and thank you for reading!

My name is Joanna Sochan and I’m a Natural Therapist and founder of Naturimedica
Holistic Wellcare. My passion is helping my clients transform their lives by becoming
healthy and well naturally. I have 10+ years’ experience in clinical practice with
special interest in solving complex cases, functional medicine testing, gut health,
sleep, fatigue and chronic pain. I guide clients through the unique programs and
eCourses based on my experience and extensive research. I work with clients mostly
online Australia-wide. View full bio.

My aim is to provide effective and lasting solutions to clients’ health challenges, but
what I’m really passionate about is empowering and educating them on how to stay
healthy and well using nutrition, natural remedies and lifestyle adjustments.

I hope you’re well and thriving, but if you need help with regaining your energy and
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Disclaimer

The material in this e-book is made available for the purpose of providing information to the
public. Every effort has been made to ensure that the content of this e-book is accurate and
current. The information herein is not designed to replace the expert and individual medical
advice provided by your health care practitioner or doctor. Nor is it intended to directly or
indirectly prescribe the use of any foods, supplements and remedies without consent of your
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