Eating is something that people have to do every day, and how to maintain health after eating is also a topic that many people are concerned about.
Some related health advice is also varied, some say "don't stand after eating, otherwise there is a risk of stomach prolapse", some say "don't sit after eating, otherwise cardiovascular disease will be induced", and some even suggest "you should lie down after eating, which will help digestive health" ......
So, which "posture" is better for your health after a meal?Let's take a look.
Normally, when food reaches the stomach, the esophageal sphincter muscle contracts to narrow the opening that connects it to the gastric jet door, preventing stomach contents from flowing backwards. The food temporarily stored in the stomach will be thoroughly mixed with gastric juice containing hydrochloric acid and pepsin to become chyme. This process, which involves physical and chemical digestion, lays the foundation for food to absorb nutrients in the cells of the small intestine for the body to use.
So what ifLie down immediately after eating, which may cause a dislocation of the stomach in a full state, causing the stomach to pass through the spray gate along with the stomach acidReflux into the esophagus, causing heartburn, acid reflux and other discomforts
As for standing after meals,For emaciated peopleThe standing posture can change the center of gravity of the stomachHabitual standing immediately after a meal can easily trigger stomach prolapse。However, for people with a healthy weight, standing for a period of time after eating is more conducive to promoting blood circulation in the body.
Sitting for a while after a meal is considered a healthier posture. But be careful, sitting for too longStaying for more than half an hour or staying sedentary for a long time not only affects the digestive function, but also causes excessive fat accumulation and increases the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
1.It is not advisable to drink a large amount of water or strong tea immediately after eating。Doing so can cause food in the stomach to travel to the small intestine before it has been digested, diluting the concentration of gastric juice and weakening digestion, thereby increasing the risk of gastrointestinal diseases. In addition, drinking strong tea will also make gastric juice lighter, and theophylline will inhibit gastric acid secretion and affect normal digestive function.
2.Do not smoke immediately after eating。Smoking at this timeThe harm is 10 times greater than usualThis is mainly due to the rapid blood circulation in the digestive tract after eating, and the harmful substances in cigarettes are easily absorbed by the human body in large quantities, which in turn causes damage to the liver, brain and heart vessels.
3.It is not appropriate to take a shower or sauna right after eating。Doing so can cause blood vessels to dilate, increase blood flow to the muscles, and the stomach will not receive enough blood, which in turn will affect digestion.
4.It is not advisable to sing。After eating, the capacity of the stomach will increase, the stomach wall will naturally become thinner, and the blood flow will also increase. At this time, singing will cause the diaphragm to move downward, and the pressure in the abdominal area will increase, which can cause indigestion at least and induce gastrointestinal symptoms at worst.
1.Hiccuping: Some people have frequent hiccups in their daily lives, not only after eating, but also before meals. There are a variety of causes of hiccupsOften associated with dyspepsia, such as chronic gastritis, reflux esophagitisand so on, which may lead to frequent hiccups. In addition, if the hiccups persist for a long time and cannot stop spontaneously, and are accompanied by symptoms such as weight loss and significant loss of appetite, you should be vigilant.
2.Gas problems: People who have flatulence after meals should reduce their intake of indigestible foods, such as beans, and at the same time get rid of bad eating habits. If the gas discomfort is severe, it is necessary to consider whether it isChronic gastritis, gastric prolapseand other diseases.
3.Vomiting condition: If vomiting after meals is frequent, it is recommended to undergo a gastroscopy as soon as possible to check for the disease.
4.Diarrhea problems: Diarrhea immediately after a meal, usually cold or improper diet is also prone to diarrhea, this may beChronic allergic enteritiscaused. However, if diarrhea occurs after eating spicy, greasy or raw and cold food, some people even have significant abdominal pain, which may be related to intestinal disorders.