Centaury (Centaurium erythraea) packs bitter compounds that prompt your stomach to release more juices and bile. That kickstart helps you feel ready to eat and can ease sluggish digestion.
People use it as a tea from 1-2 grams of dried herb, a 1-2 ml tincture, or a capsule. Take it 15-30 minutes before meals to wake up the digestive system.
Stay away from centaury if you have an active stomach or duodenal ulcer since the bitterness can make things worse. Skip it during pregnancy or breastfeeding because we lack solid safety data. Allergic reactions are possible, just like with any plant substance.