Having discussed some of the most prevalent stomach disorders around in our previous posts, we are believers in the maxim, 'prevention is better than cure' So what do we do to foster good stomach health and keep stomach disorders at bay?

1. Eat small meals.

2. Avoid carbonated drinks.


3. Eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables and cut down on fatty foods.

4. Quit smoking.

5. Lose weight.

6. After meals, take a walk or stay upright. Avoid bedtime snacks.

7. Avoid irritating foods.

8. Drink at least eight glasses of water or other non-caffeinated liquid per day.

9. Use acid-blocking medications, if needed. Load up on fibre to bulk your stools.

10. Eat at least 25 to 30 grammes of fibre per day.

11. Exercise 30 to 40 minutes, three to five times a week to help with total gastrointestinal health.

12. Walking, running, weight training/resistance training all help.

13. Go to the restroom when you have the urge.

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