Photo: Moom Health Malaysia
Cover Photo: Moom Health Malaysia

Feeling bloated after overindulging in good food this festive season? Turn to these organic remedies to feel better.

Amidst the excitement of the Chinese New Year (CNY) festivities, it can be hard to restrain from eating too much. In anticipation of the coming days of feasting and dining out, it helps to have something to aid in digestion. These organic solutions will make you look and feel your best this festive season. 

From super-greens supplement and chia blends to artisanal kombucha, these naturally sourced foods will power you through the celebrations. Read on to find out more about healthy and sustainable habits that you can implement to your diet that will greatly improve your gut and skin health. 

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1. L1vin

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day so make sure you get a great start. Founded by Malaysian fitness influencer Diane Chia, Livingreen+ is a 100 per cent natural all-in-one supergreens supplement formulated with whole-food ingredients, herbal extracts, vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and prebiotics. Add a sachet of this, mixed with water or juice, to your morning routine. 

For a healthier meal, add packet of Livingreen+ to your to your smoothies or granola bowls. Try this recipe: A packet of Livingreen+, 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, a fruit of your choice, milk, honey, and something sweet like chocolate to elevate your breakfast.  

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2. Moom health

Founded by two sisters Mili and Maya, Moom Health prides itself on developing safe and sustainable bloating remedies. Its de/bloat supplement is a blend of nine herbs and fruit-based digestive enzymes which comes in biodegradable sachets. Tried and tested, this incredible supplement delivers on its promises to provide digestive relief in 60 minutes.

To get more bang for your buck, check out its bestselling sets, the Restore and Reset as well as Double the De/bloat.

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3. TasteBudds

This Malaysian startup's Bentong Ginger-Infused Rainforest Honey comes in a box of 15 or 30 sachets containing all-natural ingredients that are sustainably sourced. A delightful pairing of rainforest honey and Bentong ginger, the antioxidant and anti-microbial compounds greatly improve digestion and immunity. 

Individual sachets are lightweight and mess-free, so take it with you wherever you go this Chinese New Year. 

 

 

4. Naturecare.life

Naturecare.life produces 100 per cent natural and plant-based wholefood supplement. Working closely with certified nutritionists, its high-fibre whole chia drink gives you a boost of rich fibre and antioxidants to get you through the day. It comes in four different chia blends: ananas, berrynice, previa, and halvia plys. 

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5. PurelyB

Pegaga by PurelyB is a adaptogenic Asian superfood blend composed of nature's most powerful herbs and fruits including pegaga (gotu kola), turmeric leaf, papaya leaf, habbatus sauda, green apples, and dates. They have been used for centuries in Asia for their healing properties. 

For improved digestion and detoxification, add this blend to water and drink. Or make PurelyB's recommended gluten-free Pegaga Matcha Bliss Ball. All you need are two scoops of Pegaga, 1/2 cup of pistachios, one cup of cashew, 17 Medjool dates, 1/4 cup of shredded coconut, two teaspoons of matcha power, two tablespoons of coconut oil, and 1/4 cup pistachio. Blend them well and gently roll them into bite-sized goodness! 

Also check out the new natural 'Plantezyme' containing two billion CFU probiotics, best taken together with the Pegaga. 

 

6. Wild Kombucha

This CNY, Wild Kombucha is introducing two new limited flavours—Tangerine Tang, a refreshing black tea blend of mandarin oranges, barley and tumeric, and Oriental Osmanthus, a golden blend of osmanthus flower and pineapple for a floral fragrance. Wild Kimbucha infuses fruits and florals to create a perfect balance of tang and tart. Its drinks contain powerful antioxidants and remedial properties to energise you for the busy day of celebrating ahead. 

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