Digestive disorders: what to do when your stomach hurts?

What is the function of the stomach?

To begin with, it's essential to understand the role of the stomach. The driving force behind our digestive systemIts role is to digest food previously chewed in the mouth.

The stomach is located in the upper part of the abdomen, and is connected to the oesophagus, which feeds it. It receives food torn apart by the teeth and tongue, and stores it for around three hours. The walls of the stomach are made up of muscular tissue. Regular contractions of the muscularis propria The gastric mucosa secretes gastric juices, which mix and knead the food. Next comes chemical digestion, generated by the internal mucous membrane that secretes gastric juices. Hydrochloric acid and enzymes, also produced by the stomach, complete the mixture and break down the food. This liquid, called chyme, is propelled towards the small intestine by the action of stomach contractions.

Between 4 and 6 hours to empty all the chyme in the stomach after a meal.

Why can the stomach hurt?

Stomach pain is pain felt in the upper abdomen. It can take many forms and be caused by a variety of factors.

Recognize the main symptoms :

• bloating : accumulation of gas in the stomach, leading to swelling, gas, nausea and pain
• spasms : excessive involuntary contraction of stomach muscles, leading to severe pain
• burns : acid reflux at night or after a meal, causing a burning sensation at the back of the throat.

There are two categories for distinguishing these symptoms and understanding the origin of these disorders.

Categorize disorders according to their characteristics:

• benign functional digestive disorders : Mainly caused by poor digestion, these disorders are generally punctual and represent the majority of stomach-related disorders. Characterized by the absence of damage to the digestive system, they are nonetheless unpleasant and painful.

• proven non-functional digestive disorders : this type of disorder is caused by excessive acidity or infectious foci. It leads to mucosal irritation, inflammation and even deep mucosal damage. It is advisable to seek medical advice to treat non-functional digestive disorders.

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What natural solutions can relieve stomach pains?

There are natural solutions to quickly soothe this type of pain, while respecting your body's equilibrium. Benign functional digestive disorders without lesions can be effectively treated using the following approaches:

• feeding : a healthy, balanced diet will help you fight stomach pains effectively.
  Avoid eating foods that are acidic, irritating, high in fat or spicy. Alcohol, tea and coffee can also promote stomach pain. Choose cooked vegetables, fruit, lean meats and fish.

• phytotherapy : Phytotherapy is the name given to the use of plants and their therapeutic properties to naturally relieve pain. In the case of stomach pain, various options can be used, starting with the peppermint. Its antispasmodic properties have been validated by a clinical study, helping you to combat nausea, bloating and intestinal inflammation. Liquorice and its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties help relieve heartburn. Lemon balminfusion relieves spasms, gastric reflux and stomach cramps.

• STIMCARE DIGEST patches : applied to strategic, pre-defined points, STIMCARE DIGEST patches help relieve stomach tension. Its mineral oxides reflect the body's natural infrared radiation like a mirror. This concentration of infrared stimulates blood microcirculation and rapidly reduces inflammation. The patches last on the skin for at least 5 days, and their action remains effective after removal.

An increasingly common condition, stomach ache affects 20% of French people. STIMCARE patches provide fast, natural relief from benign functional digestive disorders. Try it, and you too can make the choice to stop suffering from stomach pains.