Stomach pain is a disorder of the abdominal region. If you suffer from it every day, it could be a symptom of an underlying condition. Here are some tips for finding some relief.
Steps
Step 1. Abdominal gas not moving properly can cause the problem
A brisk walk can help you eliminate it, the same goes for running.
Step 2. Many foods produce gas, for example foods rich in fiber; but even if you undoubtedly need fiber, try not to overdo it
Start integrating them into your diet gradually or you will blow up like a balloon.
Step 3. Beans, broccoli and cabbage produce gas, so you can try taking activated charcoal to find some relief
Step 4. Spicy foods have a big impact on your digestive system, so if you are a chilli and Tabasco sauce devourer, try to avoid them and see if the situation improves
Step 5. Believe it or not, probiotics increase the presence of gas in the stomach
So, if you eat a lot of Activia-type yogurts, try quitting for some time.
Step 6. The darker your skin, the more likely you are to be lactose intolerant
Cut out dairy products for a week to confirm. If so, go to a dietician to plan a dairy-free diet. Only a dietitian doctor can give you a diet! Everyone can call themselves "nutritionists" and know absolutely nothing about the subject.
Step 7. Alcohol is a stomach irritant, try to stop it for a couple of weeks
If it causes you pain, this is a good reason not to take it, not to mention that alcohol is full of unnecessary calories, makes you sick and, if you drink it, you can incur penalties for drunk driving. Without alcohol, you will have a happy stomach, so you too will be happy and become the designated driver of the company.
Step 8. The ulcers are caused by the Helicobacter pylori bacterium that reproduces in the acidic environment of the stomach
If antacid medications are relieving you, discuss with your doctor an examination and subsequent treatment for this infection.
Step 9. To avoid gas formation, chew your food for a long time and do not swallow whole pieces
You must have dinner, not gobble. Try eating with a friend, chances are you will do it slower.
Step 10. An abundance of food also causes stomach pain
Cup your hands together. This is the maximum volume your stomach needs at each meal. Often the "heartburn" is due to too much food.
Step 11. Keep a food diary to check for any connections between what you eat / drink and gas, so that you can avoid certain foods in the future
Step 12. Gastroesophageal reflux causes heartburn and stomach pain in people of all ages, and it hurts
When the acids contained in the stomach rise up the esophagus they cause pain in the upper chest. Go to your doctor for a prescription (and don't overeat).
Step 13. If you experience pain below the navel, the cause could be constipation
Several things are needed for a regular bowel movement, including good hydration, fiber (but not too much), a good stimulus (plums help) and a little … time and intimacy. According to your preferences, organize yourself to have the time you need in the morning or in the afternoon… The world can also move at the speed of light, your guts cannot.
Step 14. Ginger ale can relieve stomach pain caused by gas
When you drink, you tend to burp, and consequently the pain subsides. If you are in pain it is usually because you have eaten too much or too fast, so cut back on your portions and eat slowly.
Step 15. Eat the right amount of fiber for your body
Bananas, wholemeal bread, oats and apples are excellent sources of fiber.
Step 16. Avoid alditols
They are sweeteners like sorbitol and mannitol, which make candies and sweets "sugar-free." And in principle it is true. However, these products cause the formation of a lot of gas; completely eliminate them from your diet and read the labels of the foods you buy, to be sure they do not contain them.
Step 17. Stomach pain can also be caused by stress, anxiety or depression
Try to reduce your stress level. Nobody knows you better than you, so use all the best techniques to relax.
Step 18. Consider taking over-the-counter medications to limit stomach pain
Follow the instructions on the leaflet.
Step 19. If nothing seems to work, see your doctor
He will be able to recognize the cause of your pain and treat it. A food diary will be of great help for your doctor to quickly make a diagnosis: write down what you eat / drink, symptoms, bowel movements and episodes of pain.
Step 20. Although many people experience stomach pain from stress (as well as headaches), don't ignore your tummy troubles
There are many diseases that need to be treated, even in young people.
Step 21. There is no reason to suffer
Go to the doctor early if in addition to stomach pain, you have fever, cannot carry out your normal activities, if the pain is localized in a specific place, if you vomit, if there is blood in the stool or if bowel movements are not normal.