Should I lie down after eating?

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Lying down after eating can cause indigestion due to increased stomach acid. In case of GERD, you should avoid lying down for 3 hours after eating. In contrast, you should lie down immediately after eating for 1 hour or longer when postprandial hypotension occurs. If you often feel indigestion, you should see a doctor for guidance on lifestyle changes, medication use and other appropriate measures.

1. Should you lie down after a full meal?

Lying down after eating can cause stomach acid to increase, creating a feeling of bloating, indigestion, especially for people with stomach conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder that occurs when stomach acid regularly backs up into the esophagus (the tube that connects the throat to the stomach) and irritates the lining of the esophagus. where only used to alkaline environment. According to a study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology, people with GERD were encouraged to lie down only after eating for 3 hours.

2. What is indigestion?

Indigestion is an uncomfortable feeling in the upper abdomen with common symptoms including:
Feeling full right after starting a meal Full stomach, discomfort after eating Abdominal pain Bloating Gas Nausea MORE: Direction A visual guide to understanding heartburn and GERD

3. Causes of Indigestion

The main causes of indigestion include:
Eating too fast, not chewing well Eating too much Fatty or greasy foods Spicy foods Caffeine Carbonated drinks Smoking Drinking alcohol Anxiety Indigestion can also occur due to indigestion. other causes such as:
Stomach ulcer Gastritis Gallstones Constipation Celiac disease Pancreatitis Intestinal ischemia Stomach cancer

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4. Treatment of indigestion

Indigestion can be reduced in the following ways:
Identify and avoid foods that cause indigestion Reduce the consumption of beverages or foods containing caffeine and alcohol Replace 3 large meals/day with 5 - 6 small meals Manage feelings of anxiety and stress Exercise regularly Maintain weight Avoid pain relievers such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil) and naproxen (Aleve) If lifestyle changes don't relieve indigestion , you can take an over-the-counter (OTC) stomach antacid. Accordingly, if indigestion does not respond to OTC antacids, your doctor may advise using some other medications such as:
H2 receptor blockers (H2RAs) Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) Antagonists Birth Antidepressants In addition to lifestyle changes and medication, there are several other ways to relieve indigestion such as:
Acupuncture can block pain sensations from reaching the brain Herbal therapies such as caraway and Mint Meditation Psychotherapy, including relaxation techniques, hypnotherapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy

5. When to lie down after eating?

As recommended by Harvard Medical School, you should lie down after eating for an hour or so in case of low blood pressure. During the digestion of food, blood is continuously added to the stomach and small intestine. If the heart and blood vessels cannot compensate for the extra blood that the digestive system needs, it can cause low blood pressure in all organs (except the digestive system). This drop can lead to lightheadedness or dizziness among other problems such as:
Nausea Fainting Angina Lying down after eating can cause indigestion due to increased stomach acid. Accordingly, depending on the disease case, the patient has different advice on nutrition, exercise and rest after eating. Patients need to comply to improve disease symptoms.

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Reference source: healthline.com

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