Many people find that simple lifestyle changes such as being sensible about what they eat and drink can help to reduce the pain and frequency of indigestion. Here are a few steps you can take to avoid an attack:

• Steer clear of food and drinks that are likely to cause indigestion. The most common triggers are:
   

  - Rich or spicy food
  - Citrus fruits
  - Cabbage, tomatoes and cucumber
  - Onions
  - Beans and pulses
  - Fizzy drinks
  - Wine and neat spirits

• Eat smaller meals at regular times.

• Drink alcohol in moderation.

• Eat and drink slowly and give your body time to digest a meal before you start rushing around.

• Try not to eat late at night or when you feel stressed.

• Try to avoid stressful situations and find ways to relax when you start to feel tense.

• If you’re a smoker, try to cut down or give up as nicotine can irritate your digestive system.

• Try to take regular exercise (but not straight after a meal) as this can aid digestion by improving circulation and encouraging the muscles in your stomach and intestines to contract frequently and keep food moving through.

Because the symptoms may be caused by excess stomach acid, indigestion can be treated effectively with an antacid remedy like Rennie® Peppermint, Spearmint, Rennie® Sugar Free or Rennie® Fruit* or an antacid alginate combination product like Rennie® Dual Action tablets
(for more information click here).

* contains Calcium Carbonate

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