Stress and Anxiety Are Major Triggers of Indigestion
The gut-brain axis directly links emotions to digestion. Stress and anxiety can slow or disrupt the digestive process, making indigestion one of the most common physical symptoms of mental stress.
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Functional Dyspepsia Has No Identifiable Cause and Accounts for 70% of Cases
Functional dyspepsia — indigestion with no detectable organic cause — accounts for roughly 70% of all indigestion cases. Its true cause remains poorly understood and is often linked to increased nerve sensitivity in the stomach.
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Heartburn Can Mimic a Heart Attack — Causing Thousands of Unnecessary ER Visits
Heartburn, a symptom of indigestion, can produce chest pain that radiates to the arm — identical to a cardiac event. This similarity causes thousands of unnecessary emergency room visits every year.
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Carbonated Drinks Release CO₂ in the Stomach, Causing Bloating
Fizzy drinks release carbon dioxide gas inside the stomach, expanding it and causing bloating, belching, and indigestion — especially when consumed quickly or on an empty stomach.
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NSAIDs Like Aspirin and Ibuprofen Are a Common Cause of Indigestion
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) inhibit the enzymes that protect the stomach lining, making them one of the leading pharmaceutical causes of indigestion, gastritis, and peptic ulcers worldwide.