Q I'm always anxious because stomach cramps keep recurring. What habits can I build day-to-day to reduce them?
A The keys are eating small amounts regularly and often, chewing slowly and thoroughly, cutting back on cold and greasy foods, and keeping the abdomen warm. Relieving stress as it arises also helps greatly.
Detailed Answer
Preventing stomach cramps begins with eating habits that place little burden on the stomach. The basics are not skipping meals, eating small portions at regular times, and chewing each bite thoroughly before swallowing slowly. Cutting back on cold drinks and greasy foods and keeping the abdomen warm helps cramps occur less often.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Korean medicine places importance on keeping the stomach warm and avoiding stagnation. At Dongjedang, alongside treatment that restores stomach function, we organize meal and stress management methods that are easy for the patient to practice, helping maintain a comfortable, recurrence-free state for the long term.
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