Listen to your gut: a closer look at digestive symptoms
If you're experiencing unwelcome functional digestive symptoms, you're not alone. Many people suffer from symptoms including abdominal pain, cramps, feeling of fullness, bloating, gas, heartburn and nausea. Lifestyle changes and increased stress may be to blame.
Whilst functional digestive symptoms are often harmless, that doesn't change the fact that they can be distressing and bothersome, especially if they last for some time. Symptoms are often interlinked and people can experience a range of different symptoms at the same time. It’s no wonder people look for something to provide relief.
If you’ve been experiencing a range of functional digestive symptoms over a long period of time, you should consult your doctor. You may be suffering from a functional digestive disorder, such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or Functional Indigestion (Dyspepsia).

Indigestion
Indigestion, or dyspepsia, is one of the most common functional digestive disorders. The caused vary so come with us as we look at some possibilities.

Heartburn
The burning feeling in your throat is something you would like to flush down very quickly. We will introduce you to the most common causes and good avoidance strategies and in addition list some household remedies.

Stomach Pain
Abdominal pain and cramps are often short lived but they are very uncomfortable and can significantly disrupt your day. It occurs as a symptom of indigestion, but there are many possible causes. We will take a look at it and show you what you can do about it.

Bloating
Bloating can be an annoying, but is a rather harmless symptom, yet one should not dismiss it too quickly as a result of fast food, excessive munching, chewing gum or smoking. It is important to find out the causes, especially if it is accompanied by other complaints and puts a heavy burden on everyday life.

IBS
Abdominal pain, bloating and altered bowel habits like constipation or diarrhoea are typical functional symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Learn more about when to see a healthcare professional and how to manage the symptoms of IBS.
Always read the label. Follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.