Too much binging on food is not the best human trait that one must be proud of. We all have been through a certain phase in our lives when all we can think of is devouring all types of food that our mouth can lay on.
Once a mortal sin, we have sunk our teeth to that artery-clogging slab of prime rib, lusted over that dripping chocolate fountain and endeared the sound of soda fizzling when opened from its bottle.
We have chomped down on huge masses of cake frosting and as if the sweetness isn’t enough, we have washed it down with a freshly-blended strawberries slash cream shake. And don’t get me started with all the carbohydrates of that fine sardine fettuccini at lunch.
Our mouths worked full time as we can’t stop chewing on the most scrumptious food and we have forgotten that eating too much will not only give us extra pounds but an abused and upset stomach.
Technically and scientifically speaking, our stomachs can literally digest almost everything (food) we consume. The natural capability of our bodies to produce the necessary chemicals in digestion is automatic and always reliable.
But due to food preparation, our rather sedentary lifestyles and exemptions like allergic reactions cause our stomachs to sometime react weirdly when digesting.
Both high-fat and fried food can overwhelm the stomach, resulting in acid reflux and heartburn. High-fat food also can result in pale-colored stool, a phenomenon called steatorrhea, which is essentially excess fat in the feces.
A lot of people with irritable bowel syndrome need to stay away from foods high in fat, she says, including butter and cream because they can cause digestive problems.
Spicy peppers’ too much heat to handle nature can irritate the esophagus which might lead to heartburn and queasy digestion. Lactose intolerant eaters should stay away from anything dairy as this can cause sufferable diarrhea, gas, abdominal bloating and stomach cramps.
Alcohol relaxes the body, but, unfortunately, it also relaxes the esophageal sphincter. This can lead to acid reflux or heartburn. Drinking also can inflame the stomach lining, impairing certain enzymes and preventing nutrients from being absorbed, Anderson says.
Too much alcohol can cause diarrhea and cramping, but unless you have a gastrointestinal disorder, moderate amounts of alcohol shouldn’t irritate the digestive tract. Guidelines suggest no more than two drinks a day for men and one for women.
Coffee, tea and soft drinks over-relaxes the esophageal sphincter which would literally send stomach acid bursting out from your stomach. Diarrhea and cramping would be inevitable these drinks are not taken in moderation.
If you want to treat your stomach into high-time frenzy, eating a cup of yogurt would surely do the trick. Trillions of good bacteria are present in yogurt which would aid your system to effectively digest food and achieve good bowel movement.
Kimchi, on the other hand, is a Korean favorite usually made with cabbage, radish, or onion, along with lots of spices. The main ingredient is usually cabbage, which promotes the growth of healthy bacteria in the colon. And cabbage is a type of fiber that’s not digested, so it helps eliminate waste, keeping bowel movements regular.
When your stomach is feeling topsy-turvy, it’s a good idea to stick to bland, white foods like rice, toast, or boiled potatoes. Besides not putting added stress on an already-sensitive digestive system, these foods help ease diarrhea by absorbing fluids and adding bulk to your stool.
Eating fruits which are rich in pectin will help reduce the symptoms of diarrhea. Try getting a piece of banana or cooked apples as a start.
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