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Do you eat too much, too quickly or stressed What do you feel after eating Do you have a sense of fullness after eating even if you only have eaten a small amount of food These are only some of the questions a doctor may ask during consultation to determine if a person is suffering from indigestion.

Indigestion is different from constipation. This symptom is sometimes called dyspepsia, discomfort after meal or upset stomach. This kind of ailment is often accompanied by nausea, abdominal bloating, belching and vomiting.

Causes of Indigestion

Indigestion could be a symptom or a result of a currently occurring disease. It might be caused by a disease in the digestive system like ulcer or gastroesophageal reflux disease. However, the most common causes among many people are eating too much, eating too quickly, eating highly fatty foods or eating during stressful situations. These factors cause the stomach to not digest the food properly. Fatty foods are really difficult to digest especially those that contain insoluble fats.

Other causes include smoking, drinking too much alcohol, using medications that irate the stomach lining and being tired or stressed. However, there are other people that suffer indigestion that are not related to the previous factors mentioned. This type of indigestion is called functional or non-ulcer indigestion. It is a result of the malfunctioning of the stomach muscle while squeezing or digesting the food in take.

Treatment and Prevention of Indigestion

Other than the routinely physical diagnostic questions that a patient should honestly answer to determine if the patient is suffering from indigestion, there are other diagnosis that some physicians initiate to make sure of the occurrence of the ailment. Some of these require x-rays of the stomach and endoscopy of the small intestines.

As the adage goes, prevention is better than cure, the occurrence of indigestion could easily be prevented when the food intake is monitored. Monitoring food does not only require a person to check the food contents or nutritional values of the food but even the time of eating and the amount of food. It is still better to avoid the foods or situations that can cause indigestion. Smokers can be relieved when smoking is minimized or quitted. Exercising just after eating is also not recommended as it also causes indigestion.

When the problem is functional, consultation to doctors could provide the treatment. They could either give oral medication that may affect stomach motility or prescribe internal diagnosis.

Indigestion could be serious

Since indigestion could be a precursor to a more serious disease in the digestive tract, a person should see a doctor when the indigestion becomes recurrent or the symptoms have become worse or aggravating.

When indigestion already goes with vomiting, weight loss, appetite loss, black tarry stools or blood in vomit, heartburn or severe pain in the upper right of the abdomen, discomfort unrelated to eating, shortness of breathing and sweating, a person is already advised to see a doctor for consultation and diagnosis.

When the symptoms enumerated above last longer than two weeks, the indigestion could have already been elevated to serious disorder.

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There are so many confusing messages about fat, sometimes it difficult to know what to believe. In the 90 , we were all convinced to eat low fat dressing, fat free cookies, and nonfat yogurt and recently you e probably noticed the trend by retailers to remove trans fats from food products. There always some new trend adding more information to the mix.

In order to eat right and make good choices that help you reach your goals, you should have a basic understanding of nutrition categories. There first thing you should be aware of are the three main categories of food; fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. When you eat a meal, each fat, carbohydrate, and protein is broken down into smaller molecules the body can then use to carry out all its vital functions. In the next few paragraphs I l talk about the role of fat in the body and briefly discuss the various fat categories.

Fat, what is up with that

First, let me explain the importance of fat to your cellular health. I l try to be brief so you don get bored. Molecules of fat are broken down into fatty acids. Fatty acids are dispersed along the outer layer of the cell, called the phospholipid membrane, there they are used to transport nutrients into and waste out of the cell.

Healthy cells equal a healthy body. To have healthy cells, the cell membrane must be functioning correctly. This means that nutrients and waste must be able to enter and exit the cell via the phospholipid membrane. Since the fats you eat are broken down into fatty acids, and the fatty acids are part of the membrane, it important to include the right amount and the right type of fat in your nutrition plan. If you eat too much of the wrong fat, it can cause the cell membrane to become crowded with unhelpful fatty acids instead of the acids that are vital to properly functioning cells. (it happens over time, not because of one meal).

Sustained consumption of ad fats over years and years means more cell membranes are crowded with unhelpful fatty acids; the cells don work as efficiently. As the number of unproductive cells grow, tissues, organs and general body function are negatively affected. That when you begin to hear from your doctor about increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other degenerative diseases.

I sure you have heard the terms saturated fat and trans fat, how about fractionated oil These are the various forms of unhelpful fats that many Americans regularly consume without realizing their effects. Much of the food available to us currently is laden with this type of fat and stripped of its natural nutritional value. Most quick and convenient food you eat is manufactured using detrimental or chemically altered fats to increase the shelf life of foods and decrease the cost of production. So instead of the healthy and beneficial fats your body needs, you eat the fat which prevents your cells from working right.

The popular trend to eliminate as much fat as possible from your meals and gravitate towards foods labeled at free doesn help either (in my opinion). Just when you think you e doing something right, by eliminating fats from your diet, you get hit from the other side with too much sugar. During manufacturing fat free foods are often striped of the good fat, fiber, and nutrients, these elements are then replaced with sugar to make it taste good. If you try to cut out fat from your diet, you usually end up compensating for it by consuming too many calories-you just don feel full. That the beauty of eating ood fats, you will be sure to get all the essential fatty acids needed to facilitate properly functioning cells. This will also help to keep blood sugar low, make your meals satiating, and slow down digestion.

Substandard, ruthless, and cruel fats

Saturated fat, trans fat, and fractionated oil are fats which are detrimental to your body cells. Trans fats and fractionated oils are ruthless and cruel, when competing for prime spots on your cells membrane, these ruthless fats crowd out the other essential fatty acids. In so doing, they compromise cellular function how rude! The cell becomes less and less productive, and its ability to respond to the hormonal signals sent through the bloodstream is greatly decreased. Imagine that occurring in millions of cells at once. What do you think the effect would be I bet you can figure it out our body will send signals in the form of symptoms, headaches, moodiness, or low energy levels that may come and go.

If these symptoms are ignored, the next stages get more serious. As the ruthless overcrowding of your cells membrane occurs repeatedly over time, it will compromise the cell membrane function. This is now indicated in the development of Type II diabetes. In addition, consuming saturated fats, trans fats, and fractionated oils consistently is shown to be the cause of elevated cholesterol levels and an increased potential for developing degenerative diseases.

Trans fats are found in most of the processed foods sold prepackaged with a shelf life longer than most dogs lifetimes! The major culprits include doughnuts, shortening, margarine, potato chips, cookies, and more! There are some naturally occurring trans fats, but most of them are man made trans fats hey e the worst! Trans fats are produced by whipping oil together with hydrogen gas t gross nd it doesn jive with our body, so I steer clear of them. Manufacturers use this oil to make much of the processed food Americans eat today, but now that it being proven how bad it is for you, it being taken off the shelves (thankfully)!

Fractionated oils are another type of fat which is becoming popular in manufacturing various foods. The effects beneficial effects of fractionated oils are completely in the hands of those making the food, not those eating it; it produces an effect similar to that of trans fat. Trans fats and fractionated oils should be completely avoided. When food ingredients include partially hydrogenated oil or fractionated oil, it contains one of these two ruthless and cruel fats. Next time you eat a processed or ready made meal or snack, check the ingredient list and amount of trans fat, don be surprised-it is everywhere!

Saturated fat is found in butter, full fat dairy products, and fatty cuts of red meat. It is also found in many nuts and seeds and tropical oils. I consider saturated fat a substandard fat; it doesn have quite the nasty qualities of the other fats, but it not doing you any favors either. Your body can process it, but it can still have the negative effects you would expect from a substandard fat. Saturated fat increases bad cholesterol (LDL), increases risk of obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.

Although lean cuts of meat, lean poultry, low fat dairy products, free range eggs, wild game, wild caught fish, nuts, and seeds each have various levels of saturated fat. These are still excellent quality foods to eat. Saturated fat isn as rude as those other fats, just be aware of the amount of saturated fat you eat and choose the lean forms of most meat and dairy. By doing this you will avoid eating too much saturated fat and too much total fat.

First-class and superior fats

Mono and poly unsaturated fats are fats you be sure to include in your diet. I sure you e hear the terms Omega-3, Omega-6, flax, flax oil, etc. These are the fats that make your cells happy! If everyone is raving about them, these first-class and superior fats must be good for something! These fats help promote cell permeability and help satisfy your appetite. They are the fats those rude and cruel ones are always trying to bully around.

Monounsaturated fats can be found in extra virgin olive oil, expeller pressed canola oil, almonds, almond butter, various nuts, olives, natural peanut butter, and avocadoes. They have a great effect on your body, because they maintain HDL cholesterol, which is good cholesterol, and lower the bad cholesterol (LDL). Consuming these fats will help prevent atherosclerosis (clogged arteries). Monounsaturated oils are also excellent for cooking. The chemical structure helps them to be stable at high temperatures, plus they taste good. If it helps keep my cholesterol in check and tastes great, I consider that a first class fat!

Polyunsaturated fats break down into essential fatty acids-those your body needs to function properly. They are found in cold water fish, flax, expeller pressed canola oil, walnuts, almonds, sesame seeds, and pumpkin seeds. Essential fatty acids are essential for healthy cells (I know you probably figured it out by the name!).

Essential fatty acids must be consumed through food (the body cannot make them), when eat the right amount of these, you l ensure optimum cellular function. There is medical research supporting the positive health effects of these fats, they are implicated in helping everything from ADD to depression and even asthma. Wow, that is what I call a superior fat!

I am not sure if there have been any long term studies to prove how important/unimportant cell membrane function fatty acids are to long-term health, or what the implications are for various degenerative diseases. Since I not a doctor or scientist, I can say. But, when you observe different cultures with different eating patterns (like Mediterranean diet), it becomes evident that eating the right types of fat has a definite impact on long term health and vitality.

How much fat is enough

We need both polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fat in order to maintain balanced chemistry within our bodies. Despite all the benefits of these fats, too much good fat can still lead to obesity and other health issues. To incorporate these good fats into your diet without overdoing it you can make salad dressing with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, drizzle 1 tablespoon of flax oil or flax meal on your salad then add red wine vinegar, eat three servings of cold water fish per week, or take a fish oil supplement. The superior fat oils such as flax seed should not be used for cooking however. The structure of the molecules will break down when exposed to high heat and render it ineffective. Remember to cook with extra virgin olive oil and other polyunsaturated oils.

Depending on your caloric intake, the amount of fat you eat will vary. Basically, 50 of total fat should come from polyunsaturated and 50 of total fat should come from monounsaturated. You can accomplish this easily by using extra virgin olive oil with all of your cooking or on salads. Use flax oil or ground flax seed in salads, oatmeal, or smoothies. If you want, have 1-2 tablespoons of flax oil everyday with juice or just down it. Flax is a great way to get your Omega-3 essential fatty acids. Your body will thank you for incorporating Omega-3 into your nutrition habits, but it takes time to see the effects.

If you e striving to reach a new goal this year, remember to follow the 3 steps to fitness, the ig Three (mental training, good nutrition, effective exercise program) to get optimum results. If you do, you l be living a healthy lifestyle and reach your goals with relative ease. Learn to be patient and persistent, and never give up! Set your goals, work hard, and most importantly xpect success!

Jessica Dawn is a fitness professional who has been studying health fitness for over 10 years. In addition to actively participating in fitness, Jessica has a degree in Kinesiology (exercise science) which allows her to understand both the scientific and behavioral aspects of weight loss and fitness.

Acid Indigestion is a term used to describe abdominal uneasiness frequently linked with food ingestion. Among the main widespread problems of man, ranking close to constipation and headaches, is the wide series of supposed digestive upsets described as acid indigestion. Every day, millions of people whine about heartburn or sour stomach.

TV commercials chatter endlessly about acid upset. Some sufferers try to dignify their complaints with such scientific terms as hyperacidity and acidosis. Abdominal fullness, belching, heartburn are some symptoms of Acid Indigestion. Heartburn is an acid indigestion symptom that often accompanies an upset stomach. Heartburn is a sensation of warmth or burning located in the chest. The burning pressure of heartburn can last as long as two hours and is often provoked by bending over, lying down or eating certain foods, such as citrus fruit juices or spicy sauces.

It is caused due to excessive secretion of hydrochloric acid by the stomach cells. It is medically known as Hyperchlorhydria. It fells like a burning chest pain beginning behind the breastbone and moving upward to the neck and throat. Many people say it feels like food is coming back into the mouth leaving an acid or bitter taste. The burning, pressure, or pain of heartburn can last as long as 2 hours and is often worse after eating; bending over or lying down can also result in acid indigestion.

Many people obtain relief by standing upright or by taking an antacid that clears acid out of the throat. It can be mistaken for the pain connected to heart disease or a heart attack, but there are distinctions. Exercise may worsen the pain resulting from heart disease, and rest may relieve the pain. It is less likely to be associated with physical activity. A lot of people, counting pregnant women, go through heartburn or acid indigestion.

Doctors recommend lifestyle and nutritional changes for most people with this trouble. They recommend avoiding foods and beverages that can irritate a damaged esophageal lining, such as citrus fruits and juices, tomato products, and pepper.

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Are you facing problems with your digestion Do you suffer from constipation and irregularities in bowel If you said yes to these problems, then have you ever wondered that the cause for such problems may be a deficit in the enzymes in your body This article will tell you what are enzymes and how you can replenish enzymes through food and health care supplements like Solgar. First let us begin with - what are enzymes and then we will proceed to enzymes capsules.

Enzymes act like catalysts in our body. They help the body gain maximum nutrition from the food that we consume. They force the body to digest the food and absorb as much goodness from it, as possible. There are a number of biochemical and metabolic processes in our bodies. The enzymes and minerals help regulate these processes and aid in proper functioning of different organs. Therefore it is necessary to have sufficient enzymes in the body whenever it requires them.

There are three kinds of enzymes that our body needs. The first is metabolic enzymes which help the smooth functioning of the cells in our body. They enable the various organs and tissues function properly. The second is food enzymes which we can get both from food, like raw vegetable, and from health care supplements like Solgar. The food enzymes break down the food which is further broken down by the digestive enzymes, which is also available from health care supplements like Solgar.

Yes, you can hope to replenish the enzymes in your body by consuming dietary supplements. There are many brands of health care supplements available in the market like Solgar etc. where you can find different kinds of nutrients under the umbrella of the brand. You can also find different kinds of enzyme capsules which you can consume for the better functioning of organs and systems in the body.

John Hayden is a dabbler in dermatology and currently he is researching on various dietary supplements with nutriglow. He has decided to pen down his thoughts for Solgar and Solgar Products and share them for the common benefit.

Commercials sing the praises of the Novasure System, the latest miracle cure for heavy menstrual bleeding. It treats the entire inside of the uterus (endometrial cavity) at once. The procedure does not require any incisions, and does not require hospitalization.

A slender device is inserted through the cervix under local anesthesia with sedation, or general anesthesia. Once it is in place, treatment time averages 90 seconds. Most women can resume most of their normal activities in a day or two.

Before endometrial ablation is done using most other methods, it is necessary to thin the lining of the uterus with hormonal medication that induces temporary menopause or with birth control pills. Some of these medicines can have troublesome side effects. Also, with other devices the ablation must then be done at a specific time of the menstrual cycle. The biggest advantage of Novasure is that hormonal pre-treatment is not needed, and it can be done at any time of the cycle.

What the commercials don tell you and your doctor might not either, unless you demand to know the truth, are the adverse effects associated with NovaSure Endometrial Ablation.

As with all endometrial ablation procedures, serious injury or death can occur. The following adverse effects could occur or have been reported in association with the use of the NovaSure system:

Thermal injury to adjacent tissue

Perforation of the uterine wall

Post-ablation tubal sterilization syndrome

Air or gas embolism

Complications with pregnancy (Note: Pregnancy following endometrial ablation is very dangerous for both the mother and the fetus)

Infection or sepsis

Complications leading to serious injury or death

So, you can see this medical miracle isn total gain ou are simply changing one set of symptoms for another. The only one who gains is the physician who performs the medical procedure and also prescribes the medication in a futile effort to rectify the loss of metabolic chemicals the body needs. You have become a life-time patient for this enterprising doctor.

It is a known fact that Japanese women tend to suffer with menstrual symptoms or hot flashes only about 1/3 as often as American women. Women on vegetarian diets also complain of hot flashes far less than women who eat meat. Of course, you don have to give up those steaks ut doctors and nutritional professionals suspect that the difference is largely due to the use of soy products in the diets of these women, and many women have realized that by incorporating some soy in their diets, their menstrual symptoms and menopausal symptoms have abated considerably.

Other important supplements are:

Flaxseed: High in phytoestrogens (especially lignans), flaxseed also is high in omega-3 fatty acids -- a key helper in fighting heart disease. And, like soy, it a good all-round helper in your body. It high in phytoestrogens, flaxseed can help minimize symptoms like hot flashes. Studies have shown that it can help lower LDL (the ad cholesterol. Studies have shown that it helps fight breast cancer and other cancers. It can help prevent heavy bleeding -- a common symptom when you e first beginning to enter premature menopause and going through erratic periods. Because it high in omega-3 acids, it help ease symptoms like breast tenderness, cramping, and other PMS-like discomfort.

Red Clover (available under the brand name Promensil) is another phytoestrogen high in bioflavonoids. Like other phytoestrogens, red clover has been shown to reduce hot flashes, help fight osteoporosis, and generally minimize other menopausal symptoms. But there have recently been other studies that found that it wasnt as helpful as initially believed. As with so many other supplements, the jury is still out.

Vitamin E and Citrus Bioflavonoids: This combination is a hot-flash buster -- with studies showing that taking these two supplements together helps combat hot flashes. 400 IUs of Vitamin E along with 1200 mg of bioflavonoids taken in the morning and again before bedtime has been shown to reduce the frequency and severity of hot flashes. (One note: Vitamin E isn safe for everyone. If you have rheumatic heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes, or take digitalis drugs, Vitamin E can be harmful. So be sure to check with your doctor about the appropriate dosage.)

One study (conducted in the 1960s. . . unfortunately there have been few more recent studies) found that, after only one month, over 50 percent of the 94 participating women taking 1200 milligrams of bioflavonoids along with 1200 milligrams of Vitamin C stopped having hot flashes completely and another 34 percent had a drop in hot flash frequency and intensity. Studies have also shown that bioflavonoids also appear to help relieve moodiness, anxiety, irritability and other emotional side effects of menopause -- and can help fight vaginal dryness. Vitamin E helps with vaginal dryness (you can even use it as a vaginal suppository -- just putting the capsule in your vagina.)

Vitamin A or Beta Carotene: If you e suffering from vaginal dryness -- or if you e noticed a change in your skin texture, a drying or loss of elasticity, Vitamin A or beta carotene can help. Vitamin A (which is what beta carotene converts to in your body) helps maintain tissues, skin, and mucous membranes elp fight against vaginal dryness and skin changes that often come with low estrogen levels.

B-Vitamins: This family of vitamins helps in coping with premature menopause, both in terms of helping combat symptoms and fighting negative long-term risks. B vitamins can keep your energy levels up; support your liver function ( a definite plus if you e on HRT, as oral estrogen is broken down by your liver); prevent vaginal dryness; increase your resistance to infection; help maintain your adrenal gland function -- which is where the precursor to estrone (the form of estrogen still produced by your body after menopause) is produced. B vitamins are considered stress fighters -- so can help you to deal with the emotional symptoms that crop up during premature menopause such as: anxiety, irritability, mood swings, even insomnia.

In addition, if you e on HRT, it a good idea to be sure you e getting B-vitamins either through your diet (whole grains, beans and brewer yeast are all good sources of B vitamins) or in a multi-vitamin or B-complex supplement, since studies have shown that HRT may cause a deficiency in B2, B12, B6 and Biotin.

Calcium: A definite must to help prevent osteoporosis, calcium can also help lower blood pressure, reduce triglyceride levels (that sometimes rise in women on some forms of HRT.)

Magnesium: Magnesium is a very important calcium helper -- and also helps fight the crashing fatigue that often comes at the beginning of premature or early menopause by boosting energy levels.

Potassium: helps boost energy. It regularizes your heart beat, which can help if you get palpitations -- a fairly common symptom of menopause. In addition, it can help you cope with water retention and bloating, both of which are side effects with certain forms of HRT, particularly progestins such as Provera.

Black Cohosh: helps cut down on hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms, it help with cramps, heavy periods and other menstrual irregularities. Studies conducted using black cohosh have shown that it appears to be quite effective, especially for hot flashes. And some researchers believe it may help prevent osteoporosis and reduce bone resorption, although no long-term studies conducted on humans have substantiated this.

Chasteberry (Vitex agnus castus): This (like black cohosh) appears to act like a progesterone and has been used in Europe for many years to alleviate PMS symptoms as well as menopausal symptoms. It may help diminish both LH and FSH and appears to affect your pituitary function. Different studies have found that it reduced menopausal symptoms, particularly hot flashes and irregular bleeding. It is helpful for breast tenderness, primarily because chasteberry suppresses prolactin production. Typically, it takes about three to four weeks to notice results. One note, however: While chasteberry is widely used in Europe, there have been no double-blind placebo studies conducted on it.

Evening Primrose Oil: A good source of GLA (gamma linoleic acid), evening primrose oil has been used by many women to help fight PMS symptoms -- many of which are the same as menopausal symptoms. It a good bet to help prevent bloating, water retention, breast tenderness, cramps and vaginal dryness.

St. Johns Wort or Sam-E: If you e finding yourself more easily depressed, St. Johns Wort or Sam-E may help. Widely touted as a natural tranquilizer, this herb helps relieve irritability, depression, and fatigue. Over 23 different studies have found that it effective in fighting depression -- when hormone levels plunge suddenly.

Kava Kava: Helps in reducing anxiety, fighting depression, and leveling mood swings, kava kava has been shown to be quite effective. One recent study found that women with menopausal symptoms taking 100 mg of kava kava three times a day reported a difference after only one week.

Valerian: If you e suffering from insomnia, a common symptom, valerian may help. It used widely in Europe to treat sleep disturbances, as well as for nervousness and menstrual problems. It also known as an anxiety reliever -- so may help with mood swings and tension.

Altering your diet in small ways can have the greatest positive effect on your body. For instance, by staying away from hot drinks, you e not giving your body reason to eat up and produce a hot flash. At the same time, reducing your caffeine intake (which often comes in the form of hot drinks, including coffee and tea) will naturally help you sleep better at night, which will keep your mood and mental state healthy.

Lastly, replacing these drinks with water and juice will keep your bones and muscles well-lubricated, prevent osteoporosis from settling in, and temper your general aches and pains. We know it no easy task to give up coffee, but think of the endless benefits of this one relatively minor change to your diet.

One of the most commonly complained about symptoms of menopause is the weight gain that seems to come along with it. Put simply, your body isn burning calories in the same way it once was, so if you don change your diet ven if it already a healthy one you e bound to gain a few pounds around the waist.

Changing your diet now, simply by avoiding a few foods that are bound to make other symptoms worse, while increasing the foods high in certain vitamins while remaining low in calories, will help you to maintain your figure while giving your body the nutrients it needs to fight off the worst symptoms of menstruation or menopause.

For instance, foods high in potassium, including most fruits, will help you keep your mind sharp while promoting healthy water flushing throughout your body (which will reduce cramps and bloating), while keeping your muscles and bones lubricated and strong including your needy joints and your thinning vaginal walls. In short, this is the time in your life when n apple a day couldn ring more true!

Oily fish--including salmon, tuna, and vegetable oils, are often recommended by nutritionists for anyone wanting to keep their minds sharp. But these oils are also useful in helping keep your muscles from drying, while helping your digestive system.

Everything from Vitamins C and E to herbal remedies such as Dong Quai and Wild Yam Root are superior to abating the menstrual and menopausal symptoms than any pharmaceutical. You can explore the countless ways in which these small changes or additions to your diet will not only combat the unique symptoms you e going through, but the ways in which you can identify these symptoms quickly to lead a healthy life during your menstrual years and long after menopause.

Let talk about soy t been in the news, and for good reason, but where do you start Many of us would buy a chunk of tofu, which, let face it, can be tasteless, but it doesn end there, you don need to move to Japan to figure out how to add it to your diet. You don need to give up eating cheeseburgers to enjoy the occasional veggie burger, but adding some soy to your diet has abated the negative symptoms of menstruation and menopause for millions of women. If you e not eaten many soy products, don turn up your nose yet n addition to abating your negative peri- or menopause symptoms, you may find that you actually like it! Not to mention soy is a lot less expensive compared to prescriptions, surgery and negative aftereffects.

Dorothy M. Neddermeyer, PhD provides mind, body, spirit healing. Her knowledge of metaphysical healing and use of natural supplements for disease prevention affords her a unique perspective. http://www.drdorothy.net