Sparkling water is growing fast in popularity and not just because of the effervescence and refreshing taste. Many of our own customers have sung its praises for improving their health, including weight loss, battling diabetes and helping them through pregnancy. In this post, we’d like to focus on another great health benefit of sparkling water — helping with digestion.

Websites from draxe.com, livestrong.com to healthline.com have all outlined how sparkling water can help with digestion. Here are some of the highlights:

Sparkling water can help with constipation

People who experience constipation may find that drinking sparkling water helps to relieve their symptoms. In one study of 40 elderly people who had suffered strokes, average bowel movement frequency nearly doubled in the group that drank carbonated water, compared to the group that drank tap water. What’s more, the participants reported a 58% decrease in symptoms.

Another scientific review out of the U.K. published in 2014 analyzed 20 different trials involving 902 subjects with a central neurological disease like Parkinson’s, or a brain injury, such as a stroke. People with these types of health issues are much more likely to experience constipation compared to the general population. This study made the interesting finding that sparkling water may be helpful to people with central neurological issues who suffer from constipation.

Sparkling water can Increase feelings of fullness

Many Syfonatics have reported that Syfo Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters have helped them lose weight, and it’s not just because of the lack of sugar or sweeteners. Sparkling water can help you feel fuller so you crave and consume less food.

The reason is that sparkling water may help food remain in the first part of the stomach for longer, which can trigger that sensation of fullness. In a controlled study of 19 healthy young women, fullness scores were higher after the participants drank 8 oz (250 ml) of sparkling water, compared to still water.

Sparkling water can improve overall digestion and help with dyspepsia

According to a 2002 study published in the “European Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology”,  if you’re feeling a little sick to your stomach after eating, drinking a glass of sparkling water might help. Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a term used to describe a variety of symptoms that occur in the upper abdominal area and may include bloating, nausea, vomiting or quickly feeling full after eating.

Sparkling water can improve swallowing ability

It might seem surprising, but studies suggest that sparkling water may actually improve swallowing ability in both young and older adults. In one study, 16 healthy people were asked to repeatedly swallow different liquids. Carbonated water showed the strongest ability to stimulate the nerves responsible for swallowing function.

Sure the bubbles and flavor delight the tongue. But sparkling water can be an important factor in improving your health, including your digestive health. Read more testimonials here on how Syfo has helped people just like you to lead healthier lives.

Passover is just days away so now is the time to stock up on Syfo Kosher for Passover Original Seltzer to complement your Passover Seder table. Syfo Original Seltzer is certified Kosher for Passover by the largest and most widely respected Kashruth agency — the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America.

You can find Syfo Kosher for Passover beverages at Publix Super Markets throughout the Southeast and wherever Syfo is sold. Just look for the OUP symbol on the cap or label.

All of us at Syfo thank you for your patronage and wish you and your family a Joyous Passover.

If you find yourself craving something sweet throughout the day you’re not alone, millions of Americans are in the same boat. Part of the reason is all the added sugar in some of the food we buy, which causes us to want more of that “sugar high”.  Scientists also believe that all this sugar consumption sends signals to the brain to “eat as much as you can”, which explain the common occurrence of craving sugar after consuming unhealthy foods.

According to the Cleveland Clinic, there at least two reasons that people crave sugar: you’re not eating enough or you’re eating a lot of processed foods with added sugar and salt.  So the best way to break the sugar addiction is to change the way you eat and drink and what you consume.

When it comes to what you drink, Syfo can give you a head start. Instead of reaching for sugary soda or even diet drinks, grab some Syfo to quench your thirst and enjoy a refreshing treat. Our delicious Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters are free of sugar, artificial sweeteners, sodium, preservatives or other additives and are refreshing and satisfying on their own. To gradually reduce your sugary drink habit, you can always mix one of our flavors or our Original Seltzer with your favorite soda or fruit juice.

For other dietary tips, the website Eat This, Not That! interviewed two dietitians on their medical advisory board to get these ideas:

1) Eat a complete breakfast — If you’re trying to avoid sugar cravings throughout your day, breakfast is one of the most important places to start. Those who begin the day with a complete breakfast of high-fiber carbohydrates (like oats, 100% whole grain bread, and fruit) and high-quality protein (like lean meat, eggs, dairy foods) start the day with stable blood sugar. Typically people that eat more in the morning crave less at night and do a better job controlling their portion sizes.

2) Snack on a high-fiber carb and protein — When you feel that mid-morning or late-afternoon hunger, reaching for a filling snack instead of something high in sugar will actually be more effective. Fiber and protein in particular slow down digestion, helping you get full faster and stay full longer, so consider string cheese and fruit, yogurt and berries, beef jerky and a granola bar. (Adding some sparkling water to go along with it can help you feel fuller too.)

3) Don’t let yourself get too hungry — People often think that by skipping out on a snack or meal they’re being “healthier,” but this will almost always just lead to more intense cravings. That’s because when people get too hungry, they typically don’t look for something healthy to eat. Instead, they look for something sweet to raise their blood sugar back up to normal. A blood sugar drop is a real thing; it can make you feel fatigued, have a headache, and even experience dizziness, shakiness, and nauseousness. Eating more often and balancing that meal or snack with carbs and protein can prevent you from blood sugar drops and ultimately help you avoid those sugar cravings.

So grab some Syfo and strive to change your eating habits throughout the day and you’ll be well on your way to kicking the sugar habit. For more tips to cut down on the cravings, you can read this Eat This, Not That! article here.