Stomach Cramps

Causes of Stomach Cramps

Some of the most common causes of stomach cramps are:

• Viral infection
• Food poisoning
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Lactose intolerance
• Diarrhea
• Constipation

Stress is a contributing factor. A poor diet, coupled to a stressful lifestyle and little exercise is a recipe for a weak and vulnerable gastric system.

Treating Stomach Cramps

Stomach cramps, gas and diarrhea caused by lactose intolerance can be controlled by eliminating all dairy products from your diet for three days. If this stops the cramping, start adding one product at a time, for instance skimmed milk, low fat yogurt, cheese etc. Should the cramping return, remove the last product added, and continue with other products. In this way you will be able to identify which dairy products cause the stomach cramps.

Stomach cramps which are caused by constipation can be treated by increasing your fiber intake. Eating more bran and other natural fibre, as well as drinking a lot of water, will improve your bowel movement considerably. Adding fiber to your diet may cause an increase in intestinal and stomach gas at first. Increase your intake gradually, and try other forms of fiber, like high-fiber bars, if you experience an increase of stomach gas and flatulence.

Caffeine can increase stomach cramps, as can stress. Reducing your intake of caffeine and getting some daily exercise, even if it is just a brisk daily walk, can reduce the incidence of stomach cramping considerably.

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