November 16, 2023 | 04:07 pm PT
I usually stroll slowly after meals whereas my husband tends to lie down. Is strolling, mendacity, or sitting the most effective factor to do after consuming? (Linh, 36, Hanoi)
Reply:
Mendacity down instantly after consuming, which is a behavior of many individuals, isn’t good for our well being. It makes meals and gastric acid rise again to the esophagus and causes a number of digestive issues together with gastroesophageal reflux and heartburn.
It might additionally make fats accumulate extra simply in your physique, which is the reason for weight problems.
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Mendacity down after having meals isn’t good for well being. Picture illustration by Freepik |
In comparison with that, strolling at a gradual tempo after meals is healthier for an individual with good well being circumstances, because it helps enhance digestion in addition to burn energy, which can assist control weight.
Nevertheless, it’s not factor to do for these with unhealthy well being circumstances that suffer from gastroesophageal reflux illness.
Typically, sitting up straight for 15 to twenty minutes is the best choice for everybody, because it enhances blood circulation. The abdomen higher digests meals because of that, which, in flip, helps keep away from gastroesophageal reflux.
After that point span, you are able to do some gentle exercises to ensure your digestive system reaches its highest effectivity. Needless to say it’s not advisable to train intensively or lay down right now.
Dr. Nguyen Huy Hoang
Joint Vietnam – Russia Tropical Science and Know-how Analysis Heart