Health Tip: Help Prevent Indigestion

Suggestions to ward off a sour stomach

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(HealthDay News) -- Indigestion may be the upshot of overeating or gobbling up too much food that "disagrees" with you.

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In addition to avoiding foods that you don't tolerate well, the American Academy of Family Physicians says you can also help prevent indigestion by:

• Limiting greasy, high-fat foods.
• Limiting consumption of chocolate.
• Eating slowly without rushing.
• Not smoking.
• Managing stress and relaxing.
• Resting at least an hour after a meal before starting strenuous activity or exercise.

-- Diana Kohnle