* Why Indigestion Happens

Indigestion is becoming common due to irregular eating habits and busy lifestyles. Eating too fast, consuming oily outside food, and overeating spicy items can disturb digestion. Common symptoms include stomach heaviness, gas, belching, burning sensation, nausea, and heartburn. Frequent indigestion is often linked to poor dietary choices.

* Spicy and Fried Foods

Highly spicy and deep-fried foods are difficult to digest. Fast food, junk snacks, and oil-rich meals irritate the stomach lining and raise acid levels. This slows digestion and often causes heaviness, discomfort, and acid reflux after meals.

* High-Fat Foods

Fatty foods take longer to break down in the stomach. This delay can lead to bloating, fullness, and gas. Items like fried meats, creamy dishes, and processed meals are common triggers for digestive discomfort.

* Citrus and Acidic Foods

Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, and sweet lime — along with their juices — are high in acid. In sensitive people, they can irritate the stomach and esophagus, worsening acid reflux and indigestion symptoms.

* Cold and Carbonated Drinks

Sodas and fizzy drinks increase gas formation and belching. Their high sugar and artificial sweetener content can also disrupt gut balance and slow digestion, especially when consumed with heavy meals.

* Caffeine and Alcohol

Too much coffee, strong tea, energy drinks, or alcohol increases stomach acid production. This can trigger heartburn and stomach pain, particularly when consumed late in the evening or on an empty stomach.

* Processed and Packaged Foods

Canned items, packaged snacks, and ultra-processed foods are usually low in fiber and high in salt and unhealthy fats. They put extra pressure on digestion and can frequently lead to indigestion.

* Prevention Tips

Eat light, balanced meals on time. Chew food thoroughly, limit fried and junk foods, stay active, and take short walks after eating to support healthy digestion.

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