India, Sept. 23 -- Your gut health affects everything from digestion to immunity and even mood, yet many of us struggle with bloating, indigestion, or irregular bowel movements. While diet and lifestyle play a big role, certain herbs and spices can give your digestive system a natural boost.

Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford Universities, shares in his September 23 Instagram post 8 herbs and spices that can support gut health and help you feel lighter, more energetic, and balanced. (Also read: Harvard, AIIMS gastroenterologist says 'many yoghurts have more sugar than soda', shares 7 fermented food misconceptions )

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