Medications, inactivity, poor diet may all
play a role in your stomach trouble”
“Listen to your gut” is always a sound advise.. As we age, our
digestive system ages like our knee, teeth and eyesight. The good news is that
you can control most of it. Lets see how
Lets first focus on culprits and symptoms they cause
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Inactivity and dehydration- constipation
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Multiple medications- nausea, poor taste, stomach pain , diarrhoea
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Weak diaphragm- acidity, heartburn
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Decreased taste buds – less interest in food , or eating strong spices to
get taste which leads to acidity
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Decreased energy – to cook and cut fruits & vegeis- poor diet , vitamin
deficiencies poor immunity – recurrent infections
So, what to do ?
Stay Hydrated- drink water and eat
water-rich foods such as melon, cucumbers, spinach, peppers, strawberries,
broccoli, and oranges can help with constipation and general digestion
Walk
regularly-Simply get up, go for a gentle walk. Stretching
and simple yoga postures ,help beat constipation.. so Get out and your stomach
will thank you
Take probiotics , Eat fibers and
other gut friendly food- Increasing intake of dietary prebiotics
(oats, bananas, leeks, onions, garlic), polyphenols (blueberries, cocoa, green
tea) and fermented foods (kefir, kombucha, kimchi, sauerkraut, miso) will all
support a healthy gut bacteria environment.
Reduce excess salt and sugar in your food
Avoid processed food
Avoid flatulence , by avoiding dairy
products ,if you are lactose intolerant
Check your Medications -consult your physician
Eat small meals, chew properly and eat slowly..
While you can’t stop or turn back time, taking care of your
digestive system and health now will have long-term positive effects on your
longevity and well-being.
But don’t take our word for it — listen to your gut.