We’ve all had long feasts where we end up bloated and with a feeling of heaviness in our stomachs. Surely, on some occasion, you have referred to a liqueur or a spirit as ‘a digestive’. There is a belief that these drinks taken at the end of a meal help us to digest, but is this really true or is it just a conception we have? Experts are clear about drinks such as gin and tonic.
The Gin and Tonic and its equivalence
Gin and tonic is usually the drink of choice after a meal. This spirit, although it can be refreshing, is also not recommended, especially after a meal.
During the broadcast of the podcast Morir de exito, a nutritionist (@nutri.vazquez on his Instagram account) commented on why it is not beneficial to consume this type of drink after a meal. Apparently, the Gin and Tonic is equivalent to seven sugar cubes. The consumption of this amount of sugar would be striking after eating, in addition to the fact that we would instantly see the possible harmful effects of doing so
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In fact, the nutritionist alludes to the fact that a child would never be allowed to do that. However, they are allowed to consume soft drinks, which are exactly the same thing. The sugar in these types of drinks is excessive, especially if we accompany it with a heavy meal. The effects on our immediate health can be bad, but in the long run, if these patterns are repeated, they can be disastrous.
Knowing what we eat is essential if we want to have optimal health and understand how our body reacts to certain foods that, at first glance, might seem harmless and are really not
What effects can a post-meal Gin and Tonic have?
The effects of consuming Gin and Tonic after a meal are diverse. Although it may seem that it helps digestion, this is not the case. In fact, it can cause stomach irritation, due to the irritation of the mucosa caused by alcohol, which can increase heaviness and discomfort after a meal
In addition, alcohol contributes to inflammation in the body, which is not beneficial for digestion. Not to mention the increased calorie intake to which we are exposed, which contributes to weight gain. On the other hand, dehydration is another consequence you face due to the diuretic properties of alcohol
If you really want to promote the digestive process, it is better to drink hot or room temperature water. This helps to avoid dehydration and promotes digestion. You can also use digestive herbs such as ginger, aniseed and mint or infusions of these, which relieve heaviness. Taking a short walk to get your circulation going can also be an exceptional option
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