Obesity is a condition that affects millions of Americans. Defined by the University of Maryland Medical Center as having "a body weight that is much greater than what is considered healthy," obesity can reduce life expectancy and increase the...
While careful dieting often seems like the only way to restrict the amount of food you eat, your body is actually equipped with a built-in satiety meter that signals when you're full so you stop eating. Unfortunately, the process by which the...
Because your brain doesn't immediately register that your stomach is full, you may be at risk of eating more than your body needs and getting too full if you are prone to eating quickly or on-the-go. You can reduce your calorie intake if you...
Certain medical conditions can give a feeling of fullness without eating a single bite of food. This typically occurs with conditions related to your stomach and liver. Other conditions, such as gallstones or gallbladder disease, can make you feel...
Abdominal bloating is a common symptom that many people experience. Some causes of bloating include constipation, indigestion, lactose intolerance and infection. Many people also notice that they feel bloated after exercise, specifically after...
Fiber is present in foods such as bread, cereal, fruits and vegetables. Fiber helps keep your stomach full, curbing your appetite while reducing the risk of overeating at meals or snacks. Fiber supplements sold over-the-counter can help if you...
Diet powders help curb hunger, helping you consume fewer calories when used correctly. Dozens of varieties make appealing marketing claims, but not all can deliver on their promises. Rather than relying on the first supplement you find, use a...
Conflicting opinions from the fitness and medical communities concerning eating before exercise can make working out confusing. While one expert advises you to eat a healthy snack before exercising, another may note that you'll burn more fat on an...
Perhaps you remember from your childhood being told about the dangers of swimming on a full stomach. The theory behind this warning is that swimming on a full stomach might restrict blood flow to your muscles and cause painful cramps and even...
Stretching the stomach muscles, also known as the abdominal muscles, provides several benefits, including a stronger core and better flexibility. A full stomach stretch that targets the upper, lower and oblique abdominal muscles is an effective...
Exercise and eating often go hand in hand. If you are watching your weight or just trying to be as fit as possible, you are probably boosting your exercise time and cutting back on portion sizes. Knowing how to schedule everything together for an...
If you are going to participate in cardio exercise, plan your meals to occur several hours before your workout session. Exercising on a full stomach can reduce the effectiveness of your workout and put you at risk for uncomfortable...
Parents regularly tell their children not to go swimming or run around on a full stomach. According to "The New York Times," this is a myth based on the belief that digestion increases the flow of blood to the stomach, robbing muscles in the arms...
When you go to sleep or go into a reclining position, gravity no longer pulls everything in your abdomen straight down. If you have a full stomach, this can cause acid reflux, potentially resulting in long-term damage to your esophagus. If you...
Diet and exercise are crucial components in any plan for weight loss or overall health maintenance. However, scheduling your meals and snacks in relation to your exercise schedule can be tricky. You need some food to provide energy for your...
Rushing out of the house for your morning aerobics class, do you grab a piece of fruit for the ride, or just a bottle of water? Eating may fill you up, slow you down and perhaps even make you feel sick while exercising; an unfed body will use...
Satiety, the sensation that you've had enough to eat, results from a balance of hormonal and neurological signals reaching your brain from your stomach. Other factors, such as the sensory quality of food, also contribute to satiety. Scientific...
Herbs have a long history in medical treatment; once they were the only resource to help heal the sick. The ancient Greeks, Romans and Chinese practitioners prescribed herbal medicines; Ayurvedic herbal use goes back at least 6,000 years. Herbal...
Stomach polyps, also called gastric polyps, are small growths that collect along the interior lining of the stomach. This condition is rare, affecting only about 1 percent of people who have their stomach lining examined by a doctor during a...
Abdominal swelling, commonly known as stomach fullness, is a condition in which the stomach becomes larger than usual. MedlinePlus states that abdominal swelling is common and typically results from eating too much. Sometimes, this swelling can be...
Valerian Complex is an over-the-counter supplement that contains three natural herbs: valerian root, passionflower and spiny jujube seed. This supplement is promoted to help encourage relaxation and sleep in people with sleeping disorders, such as...
Choline bitartrate is a type of choline supplement that may be beneficial for people who have memory problems, such as dementia, or heart disease, according to the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University. Healthy adults should consume...
Bromelain is a naturally-occurring enzyme extracted from pineapple. Health officials with the University of Maryland Medical Center explain that bromelain supplements may help your body heal more quickly following injury or surgery. Bromelain may...
Gastric cancer is also called stomach cancer. It is an overgrowth of cells in the stomach, the organ responsible for holding and starting digesting of the food that you eat. Stomach cancer is uncommon in the United States but more common in other...
Gastroesophageal reflux, also called acid reflux, is a condition that occurs when the contents of the stomach back up into the esophagus. Adults often experience reflux as heartburn. Your baby can also have acid reflux. Symptoms include spitting...
Phosphatidylcholine, which is also sometimes referred to as lecithin, is a substance in your body formed from the essential nutrient choline. Your body uses phosphatidylcholine to send messages between your cells and transport fat and cholesterol...
Painful joint inflammation caused by osteoarthritis may decrease in severity if you take a supplement that contains glucosamine and chondroitin. In combination, these substances help maintain joint flexibility and cartilage development, which...
Digestion is a complex, coordinated process that begins with the mixing of food, saliva and enzymes in your mouth and ends with the elimination of fecal matter as waste. Your stomach liquefies and emulsifies swallowed food particles, secretes...
In 2007, "Look" magazine reported that Victoria Beckham drank two pints of seaweed shake a day to lose weight. Allegedly, according to 24-7 Press Release online, she tried to convince fellow Spice Girls to try the "miracle diet" as well. This,...
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