Indigestion Treatment
The
feelings of discomfort and distress in the abdomen
are often caused by overeating, eating too rapidly
or not chewing properly. Overeating or eating
frequently produces a feverish state in the system
and overtaxes the digestive organs. It produces
excessive acid and causes the gastric mucous
membrane to become congested. Hyperacidity is
usually the result. Overeating makes the work of
the stomach, liver, kidneys and bowels harder.
When the food purifies, its poisons are absorbed
back into the blood and consequently, the whole
system is poisoned.Many people gulp their food due to stress or being in a hurry. When food is swallowed in large chunks, the stomach has to work harder and more hydrochloride is secreted. Eating too fast also causes one to swallow air. These bad habits force some of the digestive fluids into the esophagus, causing burning, a stinging sensation or a sour taste, giving an illusion of stomach acid. Certain foods, especially if they are not properly cooked, causes indigestion. Some people react unfavorable to certain foods like beans, cabbage, onions, cucumber, radishes and seafood. Fried foods as well as rich and spicy foods often cause abdominal discomfort, gas and aggravate the existing condition. Excessive smoking and intake of alcohol can also cause stomach upsets. Constipation may interfere with the normal flow of ingested matter through the gastro-intestinal tract, resulting in gas and abdominal pain. Drinking too much water with meals, insomnia, emotions such as jealousy, fear and anger and lack of exercise are among the other causes of indigestion. The Cure The use of
fruits, in general, are beneficial in the treatment
of indigestion. They flush out the undigested food
residue and accumulated feces and re-establish
health to perfect order. Being rich in water, they
clean body mechanisms thoroughly. The best among the
fruits for dyspepsia is lemon. Its juice reaches the
stomach and attacks the bacteria, inhibiting the
formation of acids. Orange is another effective food remedy for chronic indigestion. It gives rest to the digestive organs and supplies nutrition in a most easily assailable form. It also stimulates the flow of digestive juices thereby improving digestion and increasing appetite. It creates suitable conditions for the development of friendly bacteria in the intestines. Grapes
are a light food which removes indigestion and
irritation of the stomach in a short time and
relieves the heat. Pineapple is also valuable. It acts as a tonic in dyspepsia and relieves much of the digestives disorders of dyspeptics. Half a glass of pineapple juice should be taken after a meal in this condition. The sufferer from indigestion must always follow the under-mentioned rules regarding eating: Never eat and drink together. Water or other liquids should be taken half an hour before and one hour after a meal. Milk, buttermilk, and vegetable soups are, however, foods and can be taken with meals. Never hurry through a meal. Eat very slowly and chew your food as thoroughly as possible. Never eat to a full stomach. Always leave the table with a feeling that you could eat more. Never sit down to a meal, feeling worried, tired, excited or in a bad temper as such feelings temporarily paralyze the manufacture of digestive juices including hydrochloride. Do not eat if appetite is lacking. Miss a meal or two, if necessary, until real appetite returns. Never boil vegetables, always steam them. Do not mix too many foods at the same meal. Never eat raw vegetables and raw fruits together as they require a different set of enzymes. Take protein and starchy foods separate as far as possible. Water Treatment
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