Prevent Stomach Pain (胃痛)
Stomach pain often has clear triggers: irregular meals, stress, certain foods, or medications. Prevention is usually about rhythm, gentle diet choices, and early response.
Quick answer
To prevent stomach pain: keep meals regular, avoid late heavy meals, reduce alcohol/NSAIDs when possible, manage stress, and use warm, simple foods during sensitive periods.
Key takeaways
- Irregular meal timing is a common trigger; fix timing first.
- Late-night heavy meals + alcohol are frequent flare-up combos.
- Know red flags: severe pain, bleeding, weight loss need medical care.
Common triggers
Different people have different triggers; the usual suspects are:
- Skipping meals, eating too fast, overeating
- Spicy/greasy foods, alcohol, coffee on an empty stomach
- Chronic stress, poor sleep
- NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen) irritating the stomach
Prevention checklist (daily)
Simple, repeatable habits reduce flare-ups more than “special” remedies.
- Regular meals; don’t go from starving to stuffed
- Keep dinner lighter and earlier
- Warm foods/drinks when sensitive
- Walk 10–15 minutes after meals
What to do at early warning signs
Act early: lighten the load for 24–48 hours.
- Choose soft, warm foods (porridge, soup)
- Avoid alcohol and very spicy/fried foods
- Reduce stress load; prioritize sleep
Safety: when to seek urgent help
Do not self-manage if any of the following occur.
- Severe or sudden abdominal pain
- Black stools, vomiting blood
- Unexplained weight loss, persistent vomiting
- Fever with abdominal pain
FAQ
- Is stomach pain always “too much stomach acid”?
- No. Causes range from gastritis/ulcers to reflux, stress-related gut sensitivity, gallbladder issues, and more. If it’s recurrent, get evaluated.
- Should I stop coffee completely?
- If coffee triggers pain, avoid it on an empty stomach, reduce dose, or pause during sensitive weeks. Track symptoms to decide.
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