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.
4. Bananas. Bananas are a great source of fuel when youâre not feeling well, but be sure you enjoy them slightly spotted because bright yellow ones can cause stomach cramps since theyâre not quiet ripe which makes them harder to break down (ripe bananas are also higher in enzymes which aid in digestion too).