Indigestion and Probiotics

If you suffer from heartburn or indigestion, you know exactly how excruciating it can be. You also know exactly how intimidating certain foods will become once you begin having heartburn on a regular basis. Believe it or not, indigestion is one of the most common gastrointestinal issues in the United States today. Today, we're going to explore indigestion and look into the many ways that probiotics can help treat and prevent the onset of heartburn.

Indigestion is also commonly known as dyspepsia. Dyspepsia is the term used to describe the symptoms of indigestion including burning in the upper and lower abdomen, pain in the stomach, as well as the feeling of uncomfortable fullness during your meal. A wide variety of conditions can cause the feeling of indigestion. Gastroesophageal reflux disease is one such condition. Peptic ulcer disease, cancer, and any kind of abnormality in the bile ducts or pancreas can also called the feelings of indigestion. However, some people suffer with indigestion for reasons that cannot be pinpointed. These people typically experience symptoms of indigestion after eating specific foods or taking on specific activities.

It's important to note that common indigestion can be a symptom of a more serious illness. Indigestion is diagnosable by your doctor and you should contact your doctor if you're experiencing extensive symptoms such as frequent vomiting, bloody vomit, loss of appetite, dark stools, painful swallowing, abdominal pain, shortness of breath, sweating, radiating pain in the neck, jawline, or arm, and if the symptoms accompanying your indigestion last for more than two weeks.

There are a wide variety of treatments for common indigestion. Many people find that refraining from smoking, eating several small meals a day at a very slow pace, stopping the consumption of coffee or carbonated beverages as well as alcohol, halting the use of medication that may irritate indigestion, getting a substantial amount of rest, and practicing regular exercise and relaxation techniques are excellent ways to manage the symptoms of indigestion. However, we know of another way to manage the symptoms of indigestion that will allow you a little more freedom in your schedule.

The regular intake of a probiotic supplement can help to treat indigestion at the source. Basically, the use of probiotic supplements can replenish the good bacteria in your intestine and stomach, thus allowing it to function at optimum levels. An optimally functioning digestive system is the first line of against acid reflux.