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    • Knowing Your Organs: Mr. Tummy

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    GETTING TO KNOW

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      THE STOMACH'S ROLE:

      The stomach, under normal conditions, performs three main functions.

      1. It acts as a place of storage, so that 2 or 3 meals a day can provide all our energy needs. Without this, we would have had to constantly eat all day.
      2. It aids in the digestive process, as it is here that food is turned into a semi-liquid substance so that the nutrients can be absorbed from it.
      3. One of the most important functions of the stomach is the destruction of contaminants that consumed food may contain – bacteria and other micro-organisms.
      Mr Tummy: the educator

      COMMON TUMMY ISSUES

      Almost every person has experienced a stomach related issue at one point in their lives. Consuming the wrong food or too much food can cause unpleasant but fairly common stomach problems.

      GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE (GERD)

      Also known as acid reflux, a condition where the stomach acid leaks back into the oesophagus, causing a burning sensation in the chest or throat.

      What causes it?

      Alcohol

      Alcohol

      Pregnancy

      Pregnancy

      Smoking

      Smoking

      Pregnancy

      Fatty, fried or spicy foods

      Stomach

      Stomach abnormalities like hiatal hernia

      Caffeine

      Too much caffeine or carbonated drinks

      Irritable bowel syndrome IBS

      IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME (IBS)

        Peptic Ulcer

        PEPTIC ULCER

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          GASTROPARESIS

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            Ways to keep your tummy healthy and happy
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            EAT A HIGH-FIBER DIET

            Consuming a diet that's high in fiber and rich in whole grains, vegetables, legumes, and fruits can improve your digestive health.

            drink water

            STAY HYDRATED

            Drinking plenty of water is good for your digestive health, but avoid carbonated, sugary and caffeinated drinks.

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            EAT SMALL MEALS

            Consuming small meals and snacks on a regular schedule can help keep your digestive system in top shape. Aim to sit down for your meals around the same time each day. Avoid eating right before bed-time and at odd hours.

            No Smoking

            SKIP BAD HABITS

            Smoking, excessive caffeine, and alcohol can interfere with the functioning of your digestive system, and lead to problems like stomach ulcers and heartburn.

            Exercising

            EXERCISE REGULARLY

            Exercising 30-40 minutes, three to five times a week improves your overall gastrointestinal (GI) health. Walking, running, weight training/resistance training all help.

            References
            https://www.livescience.com/52046-stomach-facts-functions-diseases.html
            https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heartburn/Normal-digestion/GORD-the-function-of-the-stomach-20120721
            https://biologydictionary.net/stomach/
            https://www.webmd.com/heartburn-gerd/guide/common-causes-acid-reflux-disease
            https://www.verywellhealth.com/stomach-problems-causes-1945283
            https://www.everydayhealth.com/digestive-health/tips-for-better-digestive-health/
            https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/7-everyday-tips-for-a-healthy-stomach-25050/post

            The above articles are intended for informational purposes only. AIA accepts no responsibility for loss which may arise from reliance on information contained in the articles.

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