For good digestion after the holidays

After a busy holiday full of hearty meals, a light menu is a great idea to ease digestion.

This menu is full of nutrients that support digestion, are gentle on the stomach and provide lightness after the holidays.

Breakfast

Oatmeal with apple and cinnamon

• 3 tablespoons of oatmeal
• 1 grated apple
• A pinch of cinnamon
• A teaspoon of honey (optional)
• Plant-based milk or water

Preparation: Pour milk or water over the flakes, let stand for a few minutes, then add grated apple, cinnamon and honey.

A snack

Fresh fruit or smoothie

• 1 banana
• 1 orange
• Handful of spinach
• Half a cup of water or coconut water

Preparation: Mix all the ingredients into a smooth drink.

Lunch

Vegetable soup with lentils

• 1 carrot, 1 zucchini, 1 small potato
• A handful of red lentils
• A teaspoon of olive oil
• Parsley or chives to taste

Preparation: Cut the vegetables and cook them together with the lentils until soft. Add olive oil and spices to taste.

Afternoon snack

Greek yogurt with nuts and honey

• 1 cup of Greek yogurt
• Handful of nuts (almonds or walnuts)
• A teaspoon of honey

Dinner

Avocado and chickpea salad

• Mixed leaf salad (arugula, spinach, radicchio)
• Half an avocado, cut into slices
• Half a cup of cooked chickpeas
• A teaspoon of lemon juice
• A splash of olive oil

Preparation: Mix the ingredients in a bowl, sprinkle with lemon juice and olive oil.

Before bed (optional)

Herbal tea

• Chamomile, mint or lemon balm to relax and calm digestion.