Abdominal pain after a meal can signal one of several problems. In some cases, you might have simply overeaten, straining the lining of your stomach and causing discomfort. But it's also possible to eat foods that upset your stomach. If you are experiencing stomach pain consistently, it is likely a staple of your diet that is causing an increase in stomach acid levels. Regardless of why you experience stomach pains, there are several ways to try to relieve it, but if home remedies don't cure your ailment, visit a doctor to identify the exact cause of your abdominal pain.
Step 1
Take an antacid with water shortly after eating if you are experiencing a burning sensation that feels like heartburn. This can calm down your stomach by neutralizing the acidity of its contents.
Step 2
Sip on cool water to ease pains in your stomach.
Step 3
Divide your three large meals each day into smaller, more consistent meals. According to the Mayo Clinic, some people can develop stomach pain when there is no food inside it. This can cause a burning pain and make you feel sick to your stomach. If you can't allocate time for consistent meals throughout the day, snack in between meals and avoid overeating when you do sit down for a meal.
Step 4
Stay upright for at least two hours after eating. Lying down after a meal makes it easier for stomach acid to travel out of the stomach and into the esophagus, which can damage the esophagus' lining and create a burning feeling that feels like it is coming from the stomach.
Step 5
Exercise at least four days a week. According to the Mayo Clinic, exercising at least 30 to 60 minutes each week can help control weight--which might factor into your stomach pains--while also reducing your risk of other diseases. Start exercising gradually and work your way up to the recommended time levels. If you have existing health conditions, talk with your doctor before starting an exercise routine, and give your stomach time to settle after eating before engaging in a workout.
Step 6
Visit your doctor and inquire about receiving a prescription medication to control your stomach pain. A number of prescription medications exist for a variety of stomach problems that might be causing stomach pain, including medications for gas, excessive stomach acid, overactive stomach acid pumps, muscle spasms and mild depression.
Things You'll Need
- Antacids
- Water
