subject: Rest A Bit More And Get Rid Of Heartburn [print this page] Studies prove that stress can be a direct cause of an upset stomach. A balanced-diet, vitamins and other food supplements are not enough to prevent indigestion if you don't know how to deal with the root of indigestion which is stress. Stress is well-known to have caused most of the illnesses that many people nowadays suffer from, and one of that is Dyspepsia or simply put it, indigestion.
Under stress, the body releases special hormones like adrenaline which is secreted by the adrenal glands. As adrenaline rushes, the heart rate increases. These often cause the digestive system to react and suddenly symptoms like dizziness, abdominal pain and heartburn occur. Inflammation of other parts of the digestive system can also be a result of stress.
To cope up with stress-related indigestion, you must first know a few important notes on how to deal with stress. Stress is usually caused by overexertion of muscles. To relieve yourself of this, try some muscle relaxation techniques. Perform some regular breathing exercises too to calm your nerves when faced with stress.
Most upsets in the stomach is a result of not chewing your food well when eating. For this not to happen, avoid eating in stressful environments, one example is inside the car. Before you eat, find a quiet place where you can sit down. You can apply your breathing techniques here just right before you start eating, putting yourself in a relaxed mode rather than a stressful one. Eat slowly and feel the texture of your food chewing it properly to break down the nutrients your body needs.
Take good care of your stomach by eating foods that are easy to chew and digest. This is very important if you have digestion problems. Prepare a healthy well-balanced meal that includes fish, oats, bread, yogurt, and fruits and vegetables that are rich in fiber and avoid fatty and acidic food that can cause gastritis.
Since most stomach problems are caused by too much stress, your best defense against it is the opposite of stress, which is rest. Know how to fight stress to the best of your ability. But you must also realize that stress in this life is inevitable and the only way to beat it is to give yourself a break.
