Diet for non ulcer stomach pain:

Hi, I would like to know more about gastric control and healthy diet I am suffering from stomach pain for last 2 years I don't have any bad habits and I am not having non-vegetarian regularly please advice me thanks, Lijo

You have not mentioned the exact cause for your stomach ache, is it due to gastritis or due to some ulcer.



As you did mention that it is since past 2 years I advise you to get it checked with a specialist. Stomach pain (chronic) can be due to ulcers, diseases of the liver, diseases of the pancreas gallstones, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, celiac sprue, inflammation of stomach lining or can also be due to certain non-ulcer conditions.



Non-ulcer stomach pain can involve one or multiple parts of your digestive system like esophagus, stomach or intestine and may sometimes have similar symptoms of that of an ulcer. Common symptoms of a non-ulcer stomach pain include flatulence, belching, bloating, heartburn, nausea and a feeling of fullness before eating enough.



Non-ulcer stomach pain can be due to multiple reasons like poor eating habits, unhealthy lifestyle, stress, fatigue, lack of exercise and insufficient rest. Certain factors can aggravate this pain, these include – overeating, spicy foods, gulping foods too fast, drinking carbonated drinks, eating oily or greasy foods, consuming too much caffeine or taking certain medications. If you have any other ulcer symptoms then it is wise to see a specialist for appropriate medications. Maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle often helps for non-ulcer stomach pain, try the following tips mentioned below –

1. Eat small meals at frequent intervals instead of gulping large meals at one time. Avoid overeating or skipping meals altogether. Chew your food slowly and thoroughly before gulping it down.
   
   
   
   Maintain a healthy body weight and lose weight gradually if you are above your ideal body weight.
2. If certain foods trigger your stomach pain like caffeine, fatty foods, spicy foods, carbonated drinks, then it is wise to avoid them. Restrict your intake of fluids during meals if you feel satiated early.
3. To avoid belching and flatulence avoid eating rapidly, chewing gums, drinking carbonated beverages or drinking through straws.
4. Keep a minimum gap of 2-3 hours between your meal time and sleeping time; also avoid lying down immediately after meals.
5. Avoid stress and fatigue of any kind.
6. Exercise regularly for at least 30-40 minutes daily as this will not only help in digestion but will also help you to lose weight in a healthy manner. However don’t exercise immediately after your meals and if you have any other medical condition then consult your specialist before starting an exercise regime.