Upset stomach

There are various causes of stomachache, the most common of which are poor diet habits and lifestyle, leading to hyperacidity or bloating and cause pain. Also, excessive gastric acid may lead to acid reflux and esophagitis, causing burning and pain in chest that lasts from minutes to hours. Such symptom is more commonly known as “heartburn”.

Causes of hyperacidity

Food types

·	High fat, high sugar, high protein, and spicy foods
·	Alcohol and caffeinated drinks

Eating habits

·	Overeating, eating too much too quickly, eating irregularly

Lifestyle habits

·	Smoking
·	Eating before going to bed
·	Doing strenuous exercise immediately after eating a full meal
·	Psychological stress
·	Wearing clothing that is too tight

Causes of bloating

Food types

·	Foods high in fat, high in starch, high in fiber, high in protein, and containing lactose
·	Carbonated drinks

Eating habits

·	Eating too fast
·	Swallowing too much air when chewing gum

Lifestyle habits

·	Smoking
·	Wearing clothing that is too tight

How to relieve symptoms?

To quickly relieve gastric acidification and gas problems, taking medication containing aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide and dimethylpolysiloxane is recommended. The first two ingredients can reach the stomach directly and effectively neutralize gastric acids and hence relieve reflux without being pre-absorbed into the bloodstreams, whilst the latter ingredient can consolidate the small stomach gas bubbles into large bubbles, making it easier expel gas, thereby reducing bloating and pain.

In addition to medication, a thorough review and change of diet and lifestyle can also be helpful in improving stomach discomfort in the long term.

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