Your digestive health plays a key role in your overall well-being, and certain movements can help stimulate digestion, reduce bloating, and promote regularity. Try incorporating these simple exercises into your daily routine to keep your gut happy and healthy:

1. Go for a walk

A gentle 10–15-minute walk after meals can increase blood circulation and stimulate the muscles in your gastrointestinal tract, aiding digestion.

2. Try doing a twist

Twists massage the abdominal organs and support digestion:

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Seated twist: Sit cross-legged, place your right hand on your left knee, and twist gently. Hold for 15 seconds, then switch sides.

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Standing twist: Stand with feet hip-width apart and gently twist your torso side to side, letting your arms swing freely.

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Lying down spinal twist: Lie on your back with arms stretched out in a "T" shape. Let your knees fall to one side while keeping your shoulders grounded. 

3. Stretch it out

Cat-cow stretch: Alternate between arching your back (Cow Pose) and rounding it (Cat Pose) while on all fours. This massages the gut and relieves tension.

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Knee-to-chest pose: Lie on your back, hug your knees to your chest, and hold for 20 seconds to ease bloating and stimulate your intestines.

4. Get into a deep squat

This pose compresses the abdominal area and encourages elimination. Lower into a deep squat with your heels on the ground, and hold for 20–30 seconds while breathing deeply.

5. Belly Breathing

Deep diaphragmatic breathing stimulates the vagus nerve, which plays a crucial role in digestion. Sit or lie down, inhale deeply into your belly, and exhale slowly. Repeat for 1–2 minutes.

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Tip: Pair these movements with hydration and a fiber-rich diet to maximize their benefits. A few minutes of intentional movement can make a big difference in how you feel!