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Step 1
Stop smoking. A major factor in dyspepsia is the physical reaction in the throat and esophagus to smoking. Quitting smoking greatly reduces the risk of developing dyspepsia and other serious health conditions, such as heart disease and lung cancer.
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Step 2
Reduce fat in your diet. Fat and fatty foods can trigger dyspepsia conditions and complicate digestion. By following a low-fat diet you can greatly reduce digestive complications, promote overall health and prevent dyspepsia discomforts.
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Step 3
Make stress management a top priority in your daily life. Stress greatly increases your risk for developing dyspepsia. Try meditation or take a yoga class. Instead of sitting in front of the television or computer, go for a walk. Indulge in simple pleasures that take your mind off of the daily bump and grind of life.
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Step 4
Pay attention to certain foods that cause stomach discomforts during your daily routine. Once you have identified particular foods that trigger discomfort, avoid them in your diet to prevent the onset of dyspepsia. Lactose products such as milk and cheese are common foods that cause dyspepsia and are easily avoided by the use of milk/lactose replacement products.
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Step 5
Avoid taking large amounts of anti-inflammatory medications, as they can severely irritate the stomach. These include naproxen, aspirin, ketoprofen and ibuprofen. Use acetaminophen as an alternative medication that does not harshly irritate the stomach or cause dyspepsia conditions.
