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4 GASTRO QUIZ

Chance to

Win: Gastro

Did you know, 55% of people in the UK suffer from

Upper GI issues such as Heartburn and Indigestion

Nearly 22 million people are facing lower GI problems, such as constipation, diarrhoea, IBS.

The gastro category is broken down into five main subcategories with a split between
upper GI and lower GI. Heartburn and Indigestion are the most common conditions
customers will need support with, making this the most dominant subcategory. GI
Subcategories also include Anti Haemorrhoids, Antidiarrhoeal, IBS, Laxatives/Diuretics.

Gastro treatment Options

Heartburn and Indigestion Prevention Tips
Common Causes • If you are overweight, losing
• Eating too quick/too much
weight can often help.
• Fatty diets • Avoid large fatty meals and try
• Eating spicy foods not to eat just before bedtime.
• Drinking too much alcohol • Try to cut down on tea, coffee
and alcohol.
• Some Medicines • Avoid stress.
• Avoid smoking.
(Ibuprofen/Aspirin)
• Pregnancy • If suffering from nightly
• Obesity to prop up the head.
symptoms, use an extra pillow

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