HeartWise® Life Health Series: Digestion Myths
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We tend to shy away from most foods in one category if we are lactose intolerant or gluten sensitive. These new facts are helpful!
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HeartWise® Life Health Series: Digestion Myths
- 2. 6 Digestion Myths & Facts March 2014
- 3. Myth: Lactose Intolerant People Should Not Eat Dairy Products • Most people with lactose intolerance can handle some amount of lactose, however, the amount varies from person to person. • Some people may be able to have eat yogurt, ice cream, and some cheeses while others may not. • Cheeses such as Swiss, Mozzarella, Provolone and Cheddar may be tolerated better than other kinds. • Products made from fortified soy, rice and almond milk are typically lactose-‐free.
- 4. Myth: Spicy Foods Cause Ulcers • While spicy foods could worsen the symptoms of an existing ulcer, they do not cause them. • NSAIDs and the bacteria Helicobacter pylori cause the majority of stomach ulcers. • Spicy foods actually have health benefits including having the ability to increase serotonin, reduce blood pressure, fight off cancer, and help you lose weight.
- 5. Myth: Raw Foods are Harmful • Raw animal products such as eggs and sushi from safe, local sources are nutritional powerhouses. • Fermented foods improve digestion and aid the body in absorbing vitamins. • Foods such as raw honey, Kombucha and Kefir are packed with gut-‐friendly probiotics, enzymes and good acids. • Some raw and fermented foods have been reported to be beneficial for diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol, as well as other ailments.
- 6. Myth: The More Fiber The Better • Dietary fiber is healthy and can ease certain digestive conditions such as constipation, Irritable Syndrome, to name a few. However you can eat too much fiber. • 20 to 35 grams of fiber per day is ideal for most people. • Increasing your daily fiber too quickly can cause cramping, bloating, gas and even intestinal blockage. • Eating too much fiber may interfere with how your intestines absorb certain minerals such a calcium, iron and zinc. Find the right balance for you.
- 7. Myth: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Is All About Your Diet • While certain foods can trigger IBS symptoms, a change in diet alone is generally not enough to do so. • Many people find that eating any food will trigger the abdominal, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation associated with IBS. • Stress, anxiety and hormonal changes also trigger IBS symptoms. • To identify your triggers, keep a journal of the foods you eat, any stressoes you have throughout your day as well as how you feel before and after eating.
- 8. Myth: Heartburn Is Just a Nuisance • Heartburn is a symptom of several conditions including reflux disease, a progressive and long-‐term condition that can lead to painful symptoms and possibly death. • Esophageal cancer , the fastest growing type of cancer in the U.S. is directly linked to reflux disease and in fact, may be the only cause of it. • Reducing heartburn doesn’t mean that the reflux disease is cured. It simply means you cannot feel it. • While reflux disease cannot be reversed, if caught in the early stages, it can be effectively managed. So don’t ignore frequent or prolonged heartburn.
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