Ways to deal with indigestion

Indigestion is the common problem faced by many of us. Lifestyle habits like eating too fast, eating in huge quantities, eating food that's high in fat or eating under stress, alcohol consumption, smoking, sleeplessness are the culprits of indigestion.
 
Acidity, nausea, bloating, belching, burning sensations in the stomach or the upper abdomen, abdominal pain, gas and even vomiting are the symptoms of indigestion. Incase of severity many treat this condition with medications. Here are simple tips to ease the digestion process.

Foods to take:

Water:

Water is a key lubricant for your digestive system. It facilitates the easy movement of waste, softening your stools in the process, helping prevent constipation. It also helps your body break down the food you have eaten. It is good to drink 8-10 glasses a day.

Drinks:

Try to consume more drinks but limit drinking Caffeine-rich drinks such as colas, teas, coffees and other fizzy drinks worsen indigestion as they increase the level of acidity in your body. Fizzy beverages also lead to bloating. For relief, it is good to drink plain water or milk.

Probiotics:

Probiotics are `good' bacteria, which are naturally found in the gut, and have been associated with host of health benefits, including aiding digestion.

Fibre:

Fibre rich foods are good for our digestive system. For this you need to up your intake of wholewheat bread, brown rice, oats and beans, fruits and vegetables.

Foods that must be limited:

Spices:

Spices will trigger stomach ache and heartburn. As India is rich of spicy foods, everyone loves them. But regular consumption of heavy spicy foods may lead to pain or discomfort. Limit consumption of burgers, French fries and samosas as our digestive system finds difficult to digest them. Bumping up your intake of skimmed milk and low-fat foods will spare you both the pain and the weight gain.

Also to avoid indigestion problem, it is advised to keep track of your foods. Indigestion is aggravated by anxiety and it's important to free your mind to free your body. And lastly, please do take time out for yourself to relax your mind, and ease your stress.

By Lizitha