Traditional uses for acai fruit has included treatment for diarrhea, parasitic infections, hemorrhages and ulcers. As a food, acai pulp in the tribal Amazon belt is often blended with the starchy root vegetable manioc and eaten as porridge. The taste is often described as reminiscent of wild berries and chocolate.
Ginger contains naturally occurring chemicals called gingerols and shogaols. These chemicals can help relax smooth muscle, such as the muscle that lines the intestinal track, and therefore relieve stomach cramps or a colicky stomach ache. Ginger root is also great for relieving nausea, which may accompany a stomachache.
1 . Ginger can help with an upset stomach and calm down your digestive system, Kadlovski says. 2  Known as being a popular home remedy, a spoon of raw honey can prevent excessive gas. 3  If you're having a hard time digesting your foods, Kadlovski recommends eating peppermint leaves raw or adding them into a tea.