On the festival of Holi, people often eat sweets, fried foods, namkeen, thandai and different types of heavy food in large quantities. Eating such food continuously for several hours can put more pressure on the digestive system. Too much sweet, spicy and oily food increases the amount of acid production in the stomach, which can cause indigestion and gas problems. Sometimes eating at irregular times, not drinking enough water and staying awake till late night during festivals also affects digestion.
In such cases, feeling of heaviness in the stomach, frequent belching, flatulence, formation of gas, burning sensation in the chest and loss of appetite Such symptoms may be felt. Some people may also experience stomach ache, feeling like vomiting or restlessness. If these symptoms persist for a long time, they should not be ignored. Let us know what should be done to prevent the problem of indigestion and gas.
How to avoid indigestion and gas problems after Holi?
Former Dr. Ananya Gupta in Gastrology Department at AIIMS Delhi It is said that after Holi, it is necessary to make mild and balanced changes in the diet to normalize the digestive system. First of all, try to eat light and easily digestible food for a few days, like khichdi, porridge, pulses, vegetables and simple food. It is better to stay away from eating too much fried, spicy and very sweet food for some time. It is also important to drink adequate amount of water throughout the day, as it helps in improving the digestion process.
Apart from this, a light walk or some physical activity in the morning keeps the digestion active and can reduce the problem of gas formation. The habit of eating food slowly and chewing it thoroughly also reduces the pressure on the stomach. Eating on time and avoiding heavy meals late at night can also be helpful in providing relief from indigestion and gas.
Know the precautions also
After Holi, if the problem of persistent flatulence, severe pain, vomiting, loss of appetite or excessive acidity persists, then it should not be ignored. Many times people consider indigestion as normal and do not pay attention to it, but if this problem persists for a long time, it may be necessary to consult a doctor.
Also, one should avoid taking medicines repeatedly without advice. Try to keep meal timings regular for a few days after the festival and eat light food that gives comfort to the stomach. It is also better to stay away from cold drinks, too much tea-coffee and heavy snacks.
This is also important for good stomach health
To keep the digestive system healthy, it is very important to take a balanced and nutritious diet daily. Including green vegetables, fruits, pulses and fiber rich things in the diet improves stomach health. Along with this, it is also important to drink enough water, do regular physical activity and eat food on time.
Good sleep and keeping stress under control also has a positive effect on the digestive system. If daily habits remain balanced, problems like indigestion and gas can be avoided to a great extent.