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There is no universal rule for regular bowel movements. The normal range is between one and three bowel movements per day. Clogged intestines contribute to the rapid growth of bacteria and fungi, which cause various unpleasant gastrointestinal illnesses. They also allow different toxins to enter the bloodstream. This is harmful to the whole body.
Fiber is the most important
If your intestines are not working regularly, you must help them. It is important to increase your fiber intake. Raw vegetables, bran and fruit work well. It is best to exclude white bread, milk and starchy foods from your diet. You can also support intestinal function with a simple drink. You will need:
- 3 tablespoons of flax seeds
- 0.5 cup of oats
- 1 apple
- 3–4 spinach leaves
- 10 strawberries, or alternatively a handful of blackcurrants or raspberries
- 150 ml water
Pour 100 ml of water over the oats, add the flax seeds and leave everything in the fridge overnight. In the morning blend everything in a blender to obtain a smooth paste. Then add all the other ingredients and blend again. Drink the beverage immediately after mixing all the ingredients. Drink it every day for one week and your bowel movements will become regular.
What else will the drink help with?
Drinking this beverage will also improve your silhouette, as it helps with weight loss. It also improves skin quality. You can use the drink as a facial mask. It will get rid of acne and gray, scaly skin. Oat flakes contain lots of vitamins and minerals, act as a prevention against wrinkle formation, have soothing and anti-inflammatory effects and are a proven remedy in the treatment of scars.
Gut health is much more important than it may seem. They contain 300 to 500 different species of bacteria. Many of these microorganisms are beneficial to the body. The intestines prevent toxins from seeping into the blood. If the intestinal wall is damaged, a condition known as leaky gut occurs. Leaky gut can lead to depression, food allergies and skin disorders.
