Indigestion

Indigestion can be a disorder or a symptom of another disorder and is a result of undigested food fermenting in the stomach and upper intestines. This leads to a production of acids that lead to gas and bloating. Indigestion can cause abdominal pain, allergic symptoms, belching, a bloated feeling, a burning sensation after eating, chronic bowel irritation, chronic fatigue, constipation, diarrhea, gas, insomnia, joint and muscle pain, nausea, rumbling noises, skin disorders, sugar cravings, vomiting, and heartburn. Swallowing air while eating and drinking liquids with food can contribute too indigestion because it dilutes the enzymes needed for proper digestion.  Specific foods and drinks can also cause digestion as can intestinal obstruction, lack of friendly bacteria, malabsorption, peptic ulcers, disorders of the gallbladder, liver, or pancreas, and food allergies.

For indigestion eat plenty of fiber-rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Eat fresh papaya and pineapple for their beneficial digestive enzymes. Add acidophilus to your diet n the form of capsules. Avoid eating too many lentils, peanuts, soybeans, bakery products beans, caffeine, carbonated beverages, citrus juices, fried and fatty foods, pasta, peppers, potato chips, red meant, refined carbohydrates, sugar, tomatoes, and salty or spicy foods. Do not eat dairy products, junk foods, or processed foods.