Does stomach cold easily lead to indigestion?

Written by Zhang Shu Kun
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Updated on September 11, 2024
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Patients with a cold stomach may experience poor digestion, and other symptoms of deficiency-cold such as diarrhea and abdominal bloating. They usually avoid eating very cold or very hard foods. It is recommended to eat foods like adzuki beans, red beans, coix seed, and jujube, which can effectively help expel the cold from the stomach and improve symptoms. Also, it is advisable to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables regularly, mainly to avoid stimulating, greasy, and raw cold foods, so as not to aggravate the condition. Engaging in more physical activities can effectively aid gastrointestinal motility and improve symptoms.

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Can indigestion cause chest tightness?

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