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Digestion Disorders To help avoid problems, focus on eating a nutritious diet Include a variety of high fiber fruits, vegetables, and whole grain products Long-term digestive dysfunction can have serious effect on lifestyle 2 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders Diarrhea – Caused by food sensitivity, harmful bacteria, and stress – Diarrhea causes food to move through the digestive system too quickly for nutrients to be fully absorbed – Leads to loss of body fluids – Prolonged diarrhea may be a symptom of other health problems—see a doctor 3 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders Constipation – Occurs when chyme moves very slowly through the large intestine, causing too much water to be reabsorbed – This causes the feces to become very solid making bowel movements painful – Straining may cause hemorrhoids (swollen veins in the rectum) 4 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders – Constipation results from erratic eating habits, low fiber intake, and lack of physical activity – Drinking too little water and failing to respond to a bowel movement urge can also add to this problem Ways to prevent? – Choose a high fiber diet – Get regular physical activity – Drink plenty of water 5 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders Indigestion – is a difficulty in digesting food – may be caused by stress, eating too much or too fast, or eating particular foods – symptoms may include gas, stomach cramps, and nausea 6 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders Ways to prevent? – modify your diet – avoid eating too much of one food or too many calories at one meal – avoid foods that seem to upset your stomach – eat in a relaxed atmosphere to help reduce stress 7 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders Lactose Intolerance – is the inability to digest the carbohydrate lactose – is caused by the body’s inability to produce enough lactase to digest the lactose – may produce cramping, nausea, gas, and diarrhea when milk and dairy products are consumed 8 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders Ways to Prevent? – Decrease consumption of milk and dairy products – Use lactose free products – Take a lactase pill or drop which help to breakdown the lactose 9 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders Heartburn – a burning pain in the middle of the chest that has nothing to do with the heart – caused by stomach acid flowing back into the esophagus (known as reflux) – see a doctor if there is ongoing or recurrent heartburn - may be a sign of a more serious condition called gastro esophageal reflux disease 10 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders Ulcer – open sore in the lining of the stomach or small intestine – caused by a bacterium – ulcerated area becomes inflamed and causes a burning pain – some individuals may have a hereditary tendency for the disease 11 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders – those who are under stress or use alcohol or aspirin excessively may be at greater risk Ways to prevent? – choose a healthy lifestyle – eat a nutritious diet – increase physical activity and decrease stress levels – get enough sleep and restrict the use of alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine 12 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders Gallstones – small crystals that form from bile in the gallbladder – when gallstones block the bile duct between the gallbladder and small intestine, severe pain arises – gallstones slow fat digestion and cause fluids to pool and back up into the liver Ways to prevent/What to do? – choose a low fat diet – seek medical attention – surgery may be required to remove the gallbladder 13 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

Digestion Disorders Diverticulitis – a disorder in which many abnormal pouches form in the intestinal wall, causing inflammation – caused by a high fat diet and an inactive lifestyle Way to prevent? – eat a high fiber diet that will help keep intestinal muscles toned 14 Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.