1
: relating to or functioning in digestion
the digestive system
digestive disorders
digestive organs
2
: having the power to cause or promote digestion
digestive enzymes
digestively
adverb
Examples of digestive in a Sentence
Adjective
the digestive system of the body
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Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 28 Aug. 2023
The natural recipe is loaded with glucosamine, chondroitin, biotin, amino acids, vitamin A, and probiotics for optimal digestive and gut health.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 23 Oct. 2022
The ideal approach to do this is to feed your pet a digestive (also known as gastrointestinal) food, which will help support the stomach and gut function.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 13 Oct. 2022
My mother knew the spice’s sulfur compounds as an antiseptic, an antispasmodic, a digestive, a diuretic, an expectorant, a sedative, and a laxative.
—Madhur Jaffrey, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2022
On the other hand, Tequila is drunk as an aperitive, alone as is wine, for example, during dinner or in cocktails and as an after-dinner digestive, so the pairing with cheese is natural for us.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 1 May 2022
As a substitute, I was offered coarse digestives and tea in a thin plastic cup that was too hot to hold.
—The Economist, 28 Jan. 2020
Many traditional digestives can be cloying and overpoweringly bitter, rendering them largely inaccessible to more sensitive palates.
—John Debary, Bloomberg.com, 22 Dec. 2017
Rebecca Jaspan, Mph, Rd, Health, 21 Sep. 2023
And habitual or chronic mouth breathers are subject to a series of health concerns, namely chronic fatigue, lung function, and digestive issues.
—Samantha Leal, Allure, 19 Sep. 2023
They have long been used to treat digestive disorders and to treat arthritis and eczema.
—Treehugger Editors, Treehugger, 7 Sep. 2023
Understanding the Gut-Brain Axis The gut and the brain are intertwined via the gut-brain axis, a communication network of nerves, neurotransmitters, and gut microbes implicated in digestive disorders.
—Andrea Michelson, Verywell Health, 31 Aug. 2023
When asked what advice Anderson would give to individuals who may be experiencing digestive symptoms but are hesitant to seek medical help, her advice is simple.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2023
Also, be mindful that certain foods — and drinks — can trigger excess digestive discomfort.
—Christine Nguyen, D.o. Mayo Foundation For Medical Education and Research, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2023
Hemp seed oil's ability to combat inflammation can also benefit physical conditions associated with anxiety, such as muscle tension or digestive issues.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 7 Sep. 2023
In addition to the effect carbonation has on the stomach, the high sugar content and artificial sweeteners in many sodas can lead to further digestive distress.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2023
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Noun
This means that the treats contain only essential components, minimizing potential allergens that could trigger digestive upset in sensitive dogs.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 28 Aug. 2023
The natural recipe is loaded with glucosamine, chondroitin, biotin, amino acids, vitamin A, and probiotics for optimal digestive and gut health.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 23 Oct. 2022
The ideal approach to do this is to feed your pet a digestive (also known as gastrointestinal) food, which will help support the stomach and gut function.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 13 Oct. 2022
My mother knew the spice’s sulfur compounds as an antiseptic, an antispasmodic, a digestive, a diuretic, an expectorant, a sedative, and a laxative.
—Madhur Jaffrey, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2022
On the other hand, Tequila is drunk as an aperitive, alone as is wine, for example, during dinner or in cocktails and as an after-dinner digestive, so the pairing with cheese is natural for us.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 1 May 2022
As a substitute, I was offered coarse digestives and tea in a thin plastic cup that was too hot to hold.
—The Economist, 28 Jan. 2020
Many traditional digestives can be cloying and overpoweringly bitter, rendering them largely inaccessible to more sensitive palates.
—John Debary, Bloomberg.com, 22 Dec. 2017
Adjective
Eat more fruits and vegetables for more fiber to influence digestive health, eat more healthy fats for heart health, and move more for better blood pressure and blood sugar.
—Rebecca Jaspan, Mph, Rd, Health, 21 Sep. 2023
And habitual or chronic mouth breathers are subject to a series of health concerns, namely chronic fatigue, lung function, and digestive issues.
—Samantha Leal, Allure, 19 Sep. 2023
They have long been used to treat digestive disorders and to treat arthritis and eczema.
—Treehugger Editors, Treehugger, 7 Sep. 2023
Understanding the Gut-Brain Axis The gut and the brain are intertwined via the gut-brain axis, a communication network of nerves, neurotransmitters, and gut microbes implicated in digestive disorders.
—Andrea Michelson, Verywell Health, 31 Aug. 2023
When asked what advice Anderson would give to individuals who may be experiencing digestive symptoms but are hesitant to seek medical help, her advice is simple.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2023
Also, be mindful that certain foods — and drinks — can trigger excess digestive discomfort.
—Christine Nguyen, D.o. Mayo Foundation For Medical Education and Research, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2023
Hemp seed oil's ability to combat inflammation can also benefit physical conditions associated with anxiety, such as muscle tension or digestive issues.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 7 Sep. 2023
In addition to the effect carbonation has on the stomach, the high sugar content and artificial sweeteners in many sodas can lead to further digestive distress.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2023
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“Digestive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/digestive. Accessed 29 Sep. 2023.
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digestive
adjective
di·ges·tive
dī-ˈjes-tiv,
də-
1
: of or relating to digestion
digestive processes
2
: having the power to cause or help digestion
digestive enzymes
Medical Definition
digestive
2 of 2 adjective1
: relating to or functioning in digestion
digestive processes
2
: having the power to cause or promote digestion
digestive enzymes
digestively
adverb
digestiveness
noun
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