The Bloat-Fighting Morning Beverage You Should Drink Every Day For Better Gut Health

Ginger tea

When it comes to beverages that can ease bloating, it doesn’t get much better than herbal teas. And while there’s a range to choose from (peppermint, fennel, and more all work great!) experts seem to be in agreement that ginger tea is a top notch choice.

"Ginger tea is my go-to for bloating," Curry says. Ginger offers so many health benefits, but it’s an especially great ingredient if you’re looking to improve digestion and gut health. It can work to relieve a bloated stomach, in particular, thanks to the role it plays in relaxing your digestive system.  "Ginger relaxes the muscles in your gut which allows gas to disperse more freely through your GI system," Curry explains. She tells us that bloating typically happens when the muscles in your gut tighten and trap gas. Luckily, drinking  ginger tea is a great way to "tame this tightening and reduce the bloat."

Baron agrees that ginger’s anti-inflammatory properties “help to dispel gas from the stomach or intestines and ease bloating by increasing the mobility in your gastrointestinal tract and encouraging your stomach to empty into the intestines more rapidly." 

Best also confirms that ginger tea is one of the best ways you can start your day, especially if you want to aid digestion, thanks to the compounds it contains, called gingerols and shogaols. These compounds work to reduce free radical damage in your body which, among other benefits, can reduce inflammation in order to promote optimal gut health.  "Opting for ginger tea over coffee or other flavored teas that offer no benefits is a great way to get antioxidants and boost your overall health. It’s an easy addition to your current health regimen and daily routine,” she concludes. Incredible! We’re stocking up ASAP.