At some point in our lives we’ve experienced unsettling digestion. Feelings of bloating, gas and constipation can really hinder our ability to partake in our favorite activities. Sometimes we know what the cause of our poor digestion is, like eating a large meal, acidic foods, or enjoying something we may be intolerant to. But other times it can creep up on us and worse yet, even last for days.

If you’re struggling with your digestion and have finally had enough, try some of these tips and take control of your digestion naturally.

Don’t bring technology to the table

enjoying a mealIt seems technology has become a large part in all our daily activities, so much so we even eat our meals with it. But this is wrong. Enjoying a meal is the one time where you should focus on that task at hand, especially if you’re eating among others. Technology works as a distraction and can actually mess up our digestion.

Whether you bring your Smartphone to the table, or sit in front of a TV and eat, both can lead to poor digestion. When we stay plugged into the outside world while eating we may feel stressed and even rushed. Stress can lead to overeating and eating too quickly can make it harder for our food to be broken down.