You finish a meal, and instead of feeling satisfied, your stomach starts cramping. A few minutes or hours later, you suddenly need to use the bathroom. If this happens repeatedly, it is natural to wonder: “Why does eating make my stomach hurt and cause diarrhea?” The answer depends on what you ate, how soon the … Read more
Vegetables are supposed to be healthy. So why does your stomach sometimes hurt after eating them? You eat a salad, broccoli, cabbage, onions, or a large serving of vegetables—and instead of feeling better, you end up with bloating, gas, cramping, or even diarrhea. It can make you wonder: “Can vegetables actually be bad for my … Read more
You eat a sandwich for lunch. A few hours later, your stomach feels uncomfortable. Maybe you’re bloated, gassy, or cramping. Then it happens again after pasta. At this point, you may start wondering: “Is gluten the problem?” Not necessarily. Bread and pasta contain several components that can affect digestion, including carbohydrates called FODMAPs, gluten, fiber, … Read more