First things first, is it mucus or mucous? I’m going with mucus….

Mucus is basically dampness in your large intestine. Forms as a defense against excessive dryness. (The body is constantly trying to achieve balance)

Even intestinal rumblings are caused by dampness in intestines.

Usually a sign that spleen is impaired. (What is the spleen anyway?! Find out HERE.)

What causes dampness in the large intestine?
Worry, pensiveness, and overwork
An excess of kapha and ama
*Incomplete digestion (when food stays in the intestine it ROTS….mucus=host of putrefaction. YUCKY!!!!)

Fun Fact: Metabolism of female hormones takes place in the intestines. Imbalanced hormones occur when hormones are not broken down effectively (usually due to antibiotics usage).

What should I avoid??
Too many sweet, sour, and salty foods and drinks.

**Also try to avoid fat, milk, cheese, sugar, white flour, bread, pastries especially in the EVENING.

What can help??
Drying, astringent, and pungent foods, drinks, and herbs.

Foods:
Quinoa, buckwheat, bulgar, pears, APPLES, cranberries, pomegranates, figs

If intestinal mucus is a big problem for you, one day a week try to eat only vegetable soup.

Spices:
Ginger, pepper, cayenne, tumeric, fennel (very cleansing)

Drink: (drink between meals instead of with them….strengthens digestion)
Plenty of water
Warm water with cayenne, lemon, and honey
Buttermilk
Teas made from the following helpful herbs

Helpful Herbs:
Rhubarb
Senna
Chamomile
Slippery elm
Dandelion
Mint

Also Helpful:
Bentonite clay (very useful for cleansing)
Triphala
Aloe
PROBIOTICS

Helpful Acupressure Points:
ST 36, ST 40, ST 44, LI 4

(LI 4…. BONUS: Also treats headaches)

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