Choosing wholesome foods, properly combined, free of chemical additives that are low in added fats is a good place to start. When the digestive system is in a constant state of rebellion, it just might be crying out for us to pay closer heed to what we fill our bodies with. One may even want to deep a food journal to become more aware of patterns in food choices that cause aggravation. It is said that digestion really begins in the brain. It is so much better to strive for a relaxed state of mind before consuming food.
Food is an opportunity to nourish oneself.
Consider commencing a meal with a blessing, a deep breath or a moment of silence to get into a more tranquil state. When we drink with meals, we can actually be diluting our necessary natural digestive enzymes. This practice also encourages one to swallow their food without chewing. It is preferable to drink before or after a meal than with. In Oriental Medicine, the digestive system is regarded as a furnace or burner that transforms our food into energy we can utilize.