Christmas isn't about doing it perfectly, it's about enjoying it without any hassle. Long meals, occasional overindulgence, and changes in routine put the digestive system to the test.. Planning ahead is the smartest way to be well-prepared for January. The key is not to give up on plans, but improve in simple habits.
Let's start with something important: If you feel more bloated, heavy, or have slow digestion at Christmas, it's not you, it's the context. More meals, less routine, we forget about exercise, strange schedules, sweets, alcohol, cold weather… and the body tries to maintain its balance as best it can. The good news is that feeling good doesn't have to be complicated.
Bloated stomach, heaviness after eating, gas, feeling like "I can't eat another bite"—the cause? Almost always the same: overloaded digestion. It just means that Your digestive system needs a little help, to do it a little better and give the body that extra push When you know intense days are coming, you don't need to change everything. Sometimes, simply:
✺ GET UP EARLIER AND MOVE AROUND: A short walk or activating your body before sitting down to eat already helps digestion work better.
✺ EAT SOMETHING LIGHT BEFORE A MEAL: Arriving at a meal too hungry often works against you. A small, balanced snack before a large meal helps you eat more calmly and improves digestion.
✺ CHEW CALMLY: Digestion begins in the mouth. Eating slowly and chewing well makes the stomach's job easier and reduces that feeling of heaviness so typical of this time of year.
✺ HEALTHY STARTERS: Opt for lighter options like crudités, salads, or steamed seafood before your main course. This helps you feel full and prevents you from overindulging in heavier foods.
✺ STAY HYDRATED: Water is a great digestive aid. Drinking it regularly promotes intestinal transit and helps the body better manage occasional overindulgences.
✺ TAKE A BREAK BETWEEN COURSES: Christmas meals are usually long and abundant. Take advantage of the time between courses to chat, move around, or have a digestive herbal tea.
✺ LISTEN WHEN YOU'RE FULL: You don't have to finish everything. Stopping in time is a form of self-care (and your digestion will thank you).
✺ SLEEP WELL: Rest has a greater impact on digestion than we realize. Sleeping too little or poorly can leave you feeling sluggish and bloated the next day.
✺ SUITABLE SUPPLEMENTS: And if you want to give your body a little more help, you can always supplement it with appropriate supplements.
FEEL HEALTHY
CHRISTMAS DOESN'T JUST BRING EXCESSES, IT ALSO BRINGS SNOT AND COUGHS
Since we don't want to miss out on these important days, it's worth remembering Tussis and Tussis Kids, a liquid formula designed to prevent and relieve the symptoms of colds and flu typical of this time of year. With ingredients such as N-Acetylcysteine, Honey, Drosera, Ivy, Plantain, and Olive, it acts as an antitussive, mucolytic, expectorant, and bronchodilator. For the adult version, we recommend taking two 10 ml doses at lunch and dinner. For Tussis Kids (for children between 3 and 12 years old), we recommend taking two 5 ml doses.
Because when the body is supported, everything flows better.
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Artichoke 500 mg 60 tablets
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Balloon Kids 50ML
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Digestev 50ML
12,50 €
Digestev
When you want to avoid food taking its toll. Digestev is the digestive support that comes in handy when you know the meal is going to be long… and the after-dinner conversation too.
Its liquid formula combines Ginger, Artichoke, Apple, Fennel and Fructooligosaccharides, helping to the make digestion easier and avoid symptoms such as bloating, gas or heaviness.
It is recommended to take two doses of 2 ml each at lunch and dinner, or 4 ml in a single dose.
Artichoke
The artichoke is that classic that still makes sense, especially at times like Christmas. It helps the liver, promotes the digestion of fats and helps the body to regain its balance. A gentle reset and an ideal option when you've had several days of more intense meals in a row.
It is recommended to take two tablets a day, one with lunch and one with dinner, always with a glass of water. A simple step to feel good again.
And of course, there are the men too. We're not the only ones who notice the holiday excesses. The youngest children are usually the first to feel it, asking for a little more attention and a small, adapted support. Balloon Kids it becomes a great ally.
Balloon Kids
A formula designed for children aged 3 to 12 that to relieve indigestion, gas, or minor abdominal discomfort, in a way that is gentle and easy to integrate into your daily routine.
You can give them two 1ml doses, one at lunch and one at dinner, or 2ml in a single dose, depending on what best suits their daily routine. Always accompany this with a diet appropriate for their age (fewer ultra-processed foods, fewer sugary drinks, more common sense). Taking care of your digestion is also prevention.
Remember: prevention is the best medicine, and a simple action today can make all the difference tomorrow.
Because in the end, Christmas is about feeling good, comfortable… and indulging in those little pleasures that truly make us smile.
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