Everyone knows the temptation of food and drinks at a wedding; the tray of sweets sitting there staring at you, the open bar lit up like a light at the end of a tunnel… Remember the disappointment of turning down the saucy, delicious chicken and ribs at the last family BBQ? Or maybe you didn’t turn them down and had regrets later.

There often comes a time when you’re faced with the difficult decision of either disappointing your satisfaction or disappointing your gut when it comes to eating and drinking certain things. Sometimes the celebration calls for it and sacrifices are made. That’s when Grandma’s gut remedies come in handy.

My Grandma had a “cure” for everything; irritable bowels, stomach reflux, gas, you name it, she had a remedy.

Many things can cause your stomach to be upset and your gut to go haywire, not just the food you eat. Environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, can cause gut irritation, while certain health conditions can lead to gut complications.

Regardless of the cause, Grandma’s gut remedies will help ease the problem. You can bring these to the wedding or BBQ without being called out.

Fenugreek Seeds

Before scientists provided the evidence, Grandma used Fenugreek seeds to remedy stomach problems. Fenugreek seeds contain a valuable property called mucilage.

The mucilage from Fenugreek seeds contains highly medicinal compounds and prebiotics that can be used to ease stomach problems. The prebiotic content alone is enough to help stomach problems such as indigestion, heartburn, and acid reflux.

Due to the mucilage, using Fenugreek seeds significantly increases the levels of the beneficial bacteria Bifidobacterium breve, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus, including a few others.

As a probiotic bacteria, Bifidobacterium breve produces lactic and acetic acid in the gut. The lactic acid produced creates an acidic environment where harmful pathogens cannot thrive and the acetic acid helps break down carbs, lessening the chance of constipation.

Lactobacillus acidophilus fights pathogens including Staph, E. Coli, and Salmonella. Notably, these healthy bacteria are lower in those who were primarily formula-fed as infants.

To use Fenugreek seeds to remedy stomach problems, soak a teaspoon of Fenugreek seeds in a cup of hot water for 10 minutes then drink the tea and eat the seeds.

Cranberry Juice

Cranberry juice is a delicious, yet bitter, beverage. The bitterness, however, is where the cranberries’ medicinal benefits lie. Grandma always said “A bitter is better.” because the bitter in cranberry holds a flavonoid called A-type proanthocyanidins (PACs), an astringent-like tannin.

This flavonoid is noticed to decrease the amount of bacteria that binds to cells within the body. This helps maintain a healthy balance between harmful and healthy bacteria in the gut, lowering the risk of bacterial diseases.

The first stage of a bacterial disease begins when bacteria stick to cell walls. Cranberry‘s prized properties prevent bacteria from binding to cells, especially in the stomach where bacteria levels are high and come into direct contact.

To reap the rewards, you can crush some cranberries and make your own juice or put a handful into a cup of hot water, steep until cool and drink the tea. You can also purchase pure cranberry juice at a health foods store. Or go ahead and eat boiled cranberries.

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Slippery Elm Bark

Similar to Fenugreek seeds, the inner bark of slippery elm contains mucilage and Grandma used it for the added benefits. Slippery elm bark is a demulcent and an emollient that soothes irritated bowels and relieves inflammation in the stomach and intestinal lining.

The mucilage also coats the intestinal lining in a protective layer, easing symptoms for longer and delaying flare-ups. The tannins and phenolics in slippery elm bark provide antioxidant effects that inhibit the oxidation process in the body, eliminating the risk of damage caused by free radicals.

Slippery elm has also been shown to decrease a potentially harmful molecule called peroxynitrites. Peroxynitrates release free radicals that cause oxidative stress and damage cells.

Irritable bowel syndrome, constipation and diarrhea can all be helped by using slippery elm bark. The demulcent effects help ease the irritation and inflammation of IBS and can also lessen the urges to cough.

To use slippery elm bark in its powder form, mix it with water to make a slurry. If the slurry is unpleasant to taste, add it to oatmeal for a nice maple-syrup-like flavor.

But here’s the thing — the most potent version of slippery elm comes through alcohol extraction. That’s how you draw out its deeper anti-inflammatory and mucilage-rich compounds.

If you want to make it yourself, you’ll first need to forage the inner bark — not the outer bark, only the soft layer inside. You’ll also need a sharp knife, strong vodka or grain alcohol (at least 80 proof), a clean jar, and about 4–6 weeks of patience.

Chop the inner bark finely, fill a jar halfway, and top it off with alcohol. Let it sit in a dark cupboard for a month or more, shaking it daily. Then strain and bottle it.

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The mucilage will create a slippery lining to encourage the release of any blockages while constipated. Slippery elm bark powder contains fibre that helps in cases of diarrhea.

Cumin Seed Powder

Somehow Grandma knew that cumin was used in Ayurvedic medicine for gut problems, even severe or chronic conditions. Cumin’s reputation is based on its medicinal compounds, particularly a compound known as thymoquinone.

Thymoquinone is an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial responsible for the effects cumin has in managing diseases caused by bacteria, parasites and viruses.

It’s also used in medications for chronic conditions such as diabetes, inflammatory diseases, and infertility. In practice, cumin seed is used as a treatment for those vomiting or experiencing food poisoning and symptoms of typhoid. Cumin also reduces the risk of intestinal tumors and activates digestive enzymes.

The salivary gland is stimulated by cumin seed powder which helps improve digestion and relieve constipation. The phenolic compounds called thymol and carvacrol also found in cumin seed powder protect the gut from bacterial and fungal infections.

To utilize the power of the cumin seed, you should try this recipe for Toasted Cumin Seed Powder with Buttermilk. To make it you will need an iron skillet, a wooden spatula, a mortar and pestle, a large cup, and a spoon.

Toasted Cumin Seed Powder with Buttermilk

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of Milk
• 1 teaspoon of Cumin Seed
• 1 wedge slice of Lemon

Instructions:

• Heat the iron skillet on medium for 45 seconds and pour in the cumin seeds
• Roast the seeds for 3-4 minutes stirring the seeds as they roast until they are just coffee-bean brown and have a strong aroma
• When toasted, set aside to cool
• As the seeds cool, put the milk in a large glass
• Squeeze the lemon into the milk, stir and let curdle for 5-10 minutes
• While the buttermilk is forming, crush the seeds into a powder using a mortar and pestle
• Mix the cumin seed powder into the buttermilk
• Enjoy as much of the glass as you’d like!

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