6. Eat Slowly
One way to combat indigestion is to take some advice from grandparents. Most people have memories of guzzling down a burger or piece of cake, only to be told to chew slowly and thoughtfully. This method of eating is actually the right way in order to prevent indigestion. It is a known fact that chewing one’s food thoroughly and eating slowly helps with digestion and is one of the best preventative steps one can take to facilitate the digestive process.
This is because the actual process of digestion begins in the mouth when food is first ingested. While it might be tempting to wolf down food, this could make you swallow gas which inevitably results in bloating and even more gas. The exact timing of one’s eating is also crucial. Eat the last big meal of the day a few hours before going to sleep. A person’s body doesn’t digest food well while sleeping.