Top Foods That Are Hard To Digest

Reviewed by: Dr. Nikita Toshi



Disclaimer: Informative, not prescriptive.


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Carbohydrate Rich Foods

Carb-rich foods like pasta, and doughnuts may increase inflammation and transforms the gut flora, leading to long-term health issues.

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Fried Food

Fried foods are hard to digest because they are low in fiber, and they can cause bloating, constipation, and diarrhea.

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Processed Food

Processed foods lack nutrients and contain additives that irritate the gut, and can lead to digestive problems like gas, bloating, and cramping.

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Spicy Food

Avoid spicy foods, as they can cause problems such as heartburn, acid reflux, or stomach aches.

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Artificial Sweeteners

Artificial sweeteners like sorbitol can increase inflammation

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High Fibre Foods

High-fiber foods like raw vegetables and lentils can be hard to digest because the stomach needs more effort to break it downand may cause gas, bloating, and diarrhea.

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Alcohol

Alcohol is toxic to the body, can cause inflammation of the stomach lining, and may lead to digestive issues like heartburn, acid reflux, cramps, and diarrhea.

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Coffee

Consuming excess caffeine from coffee can increase gut motility and may cause diarrhea and reduce nutrient absorption.

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Dairy Products

Dairy products contains lactose that can be hard to digest for some and may cause gas, bloating.

Acidic Foods

Acidic foods like tomato sauce, citrus fruits, and colas can irritate the stomach lining and worsen digestive issues.

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