7 things to avoid after eating

 

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Many people around the world and of different ages suffer from digestive problems, which are indigestion, constipation, gas and stomach pain, since they are usually the result of poor eating habits and behavior, that is why we present in this article seven things that a person should avoid taking it after eating, to maintain general health.

7 things to avoid after eating

eat fruits

 It is one of the bad habits that many people do after eating, since fruits are eaten as a kind of sweetener, but this can cause digestive problems such as bloating and stomach pain, so it is preferable to eat them at least an hour after . eating. 

Drink tea

 This habit is widespread in Arab countries, where it is observed that the tea leaves contain a high percentage of acids that affect the proteins ingested during the day, since they become dry and difficult to digest, in addition to the fact that the tea works to break down iron particles in the body, which can lead to some health problems. 

 Loosen the belt of the pants.

 Some people loosen their belts due to the feeling of fullness in the abdomen after lunch, but this movement can cause twisting of the intestines and thus difficulty with digestion. 

 swimming and bathing

 These activities lead to increased blood flow in the upper and lower extremities and thus weakness in the abdominal area, leading to indigestion.

walk and move

There is a misunderstanding of the issue of walking after eating, since there are those who believe that it helps digestion, but this is not true, since it has been proven that walking immediately after eating can cause indigestion. 

sleep

It is one of the most dangerous habits for health, since eating and sleeping directly will cause the accumulation of fat in the abdominal area and, therefore, the appearance of the rumen, and can also cause infections and intestinal infections. 

of smoking

 Smoking increases the risk of cancer and serious diseases, since it has been shown that smoking one cigarette after eating is equivalent to ten cigarettes, and also breaks down nutrients so that the body does not benefit from them, so it is advisable to relax.  after eating, and distract yourself for some time.

Correct way of eating

• Divide the three main meals into five or six smaller meals to prevent indigestion, bloating, and other digestive problems.

•    Relax, avoiding triggers of stress and anxiety; Because this would increase the secreted acids inside the stomach which would affect the digestion process.

•    Chew food well, in order to facilitate the digestion process, speed up the swallowing process, and thus maintain the ideal weight.

•    Sit for half an hour after finishing eating.

•    Avoid eating sweets immediately after eating, as they ferment in the stomach and do not break down.

•    Make sure you eat balanced meals, containing all the beneficial nutrients, with the need to reduce fats and sugars.