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7. Bone Broth Bone broth has been shown to reduce inflammation and joint pain. The boiled down cartilage provides beneficial compounds like chondroitin sulfates and glucosamine. It also has antiinflammatory and healing amino acids, such as glycine, proline, and arginine along with high amounts of calcium, magnesium, and other nutrients. The gelatin found in bone broth is a hydrophilic colloid. It attracts liquids, including digestive juices, that help to support proper digestion and elimination. See the complete Beyond the Basics Health Academy Bone Broth Recipe. 8. Apple Cider Vinegar Apple Cider Vinegar is full of antioxidants and health benefits. It helps support good bile flow and digestive enzymes to help digest food properly. It is extremely beneficial in promoting good HCl production that drastically contributes to improve food digestion and absorption. Therefore, it can be extremely helpful to those experiencing heartburn and indigestion. 9. Lemon The acid that is in lemon helps to alkalize the water and works with the digestive system to enhance proper function. It also helps you to digest food and slows digestion when taken with food. This supports the regulation of blood sugar and insulin levels. Therefore, it can help you digest and absorb food better while decreasing cravings and appetite. 10. Water Never forget the importance of good clean water for digestive health. For food to be absorbed and eliminated correctly, water is necessary. 0 0 2 1 t u o b a t We ea . r a e y a d o o f pounds of r o g n i p l e h d Is your foo ? u o y g n i t r u h 17