Can’t Stomach the Pain?
Can I Do Anything to Prevent My Abdominal or Pelvic Pain?
Here are some great ways to minimize pain so you can do the things you enjoy:
- Diet.
- Avoid foods that irritate you. Coffee, acidic foods (tomatoes, sodas, vinegar, etc), and fatty (fried foods, etc) are common foods that cause substantial gastrointestinal distress.
- Gluten is a protein composite found in wheat and other grains. Gluten sensitivity may gastrointestinal stress as well. Talk with your doctor if you have concerns.
- Exercise.
- Exercise helps mood, promotes blood flow, and reduces stress. Talk to your physician before starting an exercise program.
- Maintain a healthy weight. Learn how to easily lose weight in our weight loss blog.
- Home Remedies.
- Ask your physician if you can take over-the-counter medications such as Aleve or ibuprofen as it can help with inflammation and pain.
- Certain fruits have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. We’ve combined a few of these in a refreshing smoothie recipe!
- Believe it or not, smoking worsens pain. Read our smoking blog for more information and tips to quit.
We’d love to know if these tips help you. If you have any tips or suggestions of your own, use the comment box below. We are eager to hear them!