Digestive disorders are becoming more prevalent than ever in recent years. Whether it’s due to a lack of proper nutrients, inactivity, or exposure to toxins, digestive disorders can cause the body to become sluggish and fatigued, affecting not only your physical health but your mental well-being and motivation, as well.
While many people might turn to medications to ease their digestive discomfort, a growing number of patients are finding that chiropractic care, along with dietary adjustments, can offer quality relief from digestive issues.
Although chiropractic care is typically associated with relieving back pain, neck pain, and spinal misalignments, it has proven its effectiveness in treating digestion issues, as well, due to any number of conditions, including:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Crohn’s Disease
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- Lactose Intolerance
- Diverticulitis
These digestive disorders can cause “flare-ups,” while other people may experience digestive discomfort brought on by eating certain foods. But no matter the cause, if you are experiencing digestive problems, it’s important that you seek treatment to get to the root of the problem for effective digestive relief.
Chiropractic Care and Dietary Adjustments for Digestive Relief
Many people will turn to pills and prescription drugs to try and dull their digestive discomfort. But these solutions only cover up the real problem beneath the surface. By taking an alternative, drug-free approach to your digestion issues through healthy eating and chiropractic adjustments, you can treat the root cause of your digestive discomfort without introducing your body to harsh medications.
Making dietary adjustments can make a huge difference in how your body digests food and absorbs essential nutrients. Many different types of food can help ease digestion and reduce discomfort, including:
- Ginger
- Probiotic-rich yogurt
- Fiber-rich vegetables, such as carrots, beets, broccoli, brussel sprouts, and leafy greens
- Whole grains
- Unsaturated fats, such as olive oil
- Fiber-rich and vitamin-rich fruits, such as apples, bananas, and oranges
Keeping your body healthy by feeding it high-quality, nutritious foods is key to maintaining a healthy digestive system and finding relief.
While chiropractic care is not a typical treatment that most people would think of for dealing with their digestion issues, it is a viable option for effective digestive relief.
Scheduling regular appointments with a chiropractor for manual adjustments and manipulations help to realign the body, and when your body is in balance, the systems of the body can function properly. Because the spinal column is directly linked to the central nervous system, if even one single vertebra is out of place, it can cause major issues throughout the body, including immunity issues, fatigue, and digestive problems.
This is why it is important to have regular hands-on adjustments when dealing with digestive issues. When you relieve pressure, pain, and inflammation throughout the body, it will run much more smoothly.
Call to Learn More
If you are experiencing symptoms of digestive issues, including gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, or stomach pain, it’s important to seek immediate treatment before your symptoms get worse. To learn more about chiropractic care and dietary adjustments for digestive relief, call us today at (727) 866-4420 to schedule a free consultation and find out how we can help you get your quality of life back.