Space for Digestion

To optimize digestion, one needs to create a little space. Think of trying to ignite a wood stove when it is overstuffed with sticks and crumpled newspaper- it just fizzles out.  

This is how the energy of the mind and body can feel when there is a backlog of materials needing to be digested, and the fires necessary to metabolize are low.  

Simplify the diet, and slow down when it’s time to eat. 

Give yourself a pat on the back for any amount of heartfelt effort in developing a health-giving relationship with food. 

You are fantastic. 

Top Three Don’t-Dos to Digest Well 

• Eating while standing up, walking, or driving 

• Eating too much at one time 

• Skipping meals (unless you aren’t hungry!)