7 tips to keep your tummy safe while traveling in South-East Asia

7 Tips to Keep your Tummy Safe While Traveling in SOUTH-EAST ASIA Go Easy on Fat & Sugar 1 Dairy, high-fat, high-sugar foods are slow to digest, which triggers acid overproduction, causing indigestion. Being on holiday is not an excuse for eating fast food every day. Plan Your Meals 2 When you are eating irregularly or on the run, the acid levels in your stomach don't have time to regulate – so take your time and space your meals. Go Easy on Spicy Foods Spicy food irritates the lining of the esophagus, triggering heart- burn. So go easy on curry and chili. Eat Moderate Proportions 4 Overfilling your stomach increases 4 acid production and encourages reflux. You're better off not having eyes bigger than your belly even if you want to taste everything. Be Cautious of What You Eat Food poisoning is a constant threat in South-East Asia. Beware of the cleanliness of the places and the quality of the food. Avoid drinking tap water and wash/peel raw fruits and veggies before eating them. Remember that a stitch in time saves 9! Party but Take Caution Alcohol increases acidity in the stomach, while citrus drinks are highly acidic, which irritate the esophagus. In short, most of the ingredients of your cocktails trigger indigestion. Party- yes, but not too hard! Don't Eat Before Sleeping The reclining position of your body makes it easier for acid to escape into the esophagus. Avoid par- ticularly eating spicy or fatty food before going to bed. To beat the hunger pangs, grab a fruit! Sources: http://www.health.com/, http://www.webmd.com/, http://gaviscon.com.my/ L.