Q I work delivery in Dong-incheon with irregular meals and high stress. Lifestyle management is not easy — what should I do?
A Irregular meals and stress directly impair small intestinal motility and worsen SIBO. Even if you cannot fix everything perfectly, it is important to start with what is possible — slightly aligning meal times and reducing binge eating.
Detailed Answer
Stress slows small intestinal motility through the autonomic nervous system, worsening the bacterial growth environment. For irregular jobs like delivery, the most practical approach is to eat at least one meal seated and slowly, and use simple low-FODMAP snacks to prevent excessively long fasting periods.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
During treatment, rather than perfect lifestyle correction, consistent herbal medicine intake and one actionable change at a time come first. We provide realistic management guidance that considers your occupation and lifestyle pattern during visits.
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