Reasons For Walking 15 Minutes After Eating Can Relieve Stomach

JAKARTA - Simple habits such as walking for 15 minutes after eating can bring many health benefits, especially in overcoming a bloating stomach.

This mild activity is not only effective in easing the discomfort in the stomach, but also supports the digestive system, controls blood sugar, and maintains ideal body weight.

Stomach bloating is often caused by gas buildup in the digestive tract. Traveling lightly after eating helps stimulate the perstaltic movement. Perstaltic is a contraction of muscles in the intestines that helps move gas and food. That way, gas is ejected faster from the body, and the feeling of shortness in the stomach decreases.

"Walking after eating helps the digestive system work more efficiently and drives the gas out faster," said Alyssa Simpson, a digestive specialist nutritionist, quoted from the Healthline page.

Walking after eating also serves as a natural trigger for the digestive system. Light physical activity increases blood flow to the digestive organs, helps the body process food faster, and prevents disorders such as constipation and full taste.

"Light movements such as walking help speed up the digestive process and minimize the risk of stomach disorders," explained Dr. Kenneth Brown, a gastroenterologist.

After eating, blood sugar levels can increase drastically, especially after consuming high-carb foods. Walking for 15 minutes helps muscles absorb glucose from the blood, so that sugar levels are more stable.

Research also shows that walking after eating is more effective in reducing blood sugar spikes than sitting still or even walking before eating.

Although it sounds trivial, walking after eating also helps burn additional calories and prevents the accumulation of fat. If done regularly, this habit can be part of a strategy to lose or maintain weight.

The key to weight management is consistency. Small activities like this can have a big impact in the long term, said Maddie Gallivan, a nutritionist from England.

Streets are light, especially if done outdoors, can reduce stress and anxiety levels. Interacting with nature and getting fresh air also strengthens the connection between the brain and the digestive system, which is often referred to as a brain connection.

Street Tips After Eating

- Best time: 1030 minutes after eating

- ideal duration: 15 minutes, enough to feel the benefits without making the body too tired

- Intensity: Relax or moderate, no need to rush

- Location: Choose a quiet and comfortable lane so that your activities feel good

Although walking after eating is safe for most people, if you experience frequent and prolonged bowel syndrome (IBS), you should consult a doctor. This can be a sign of other medical conditions such as irrigable bowel syndrome (IBS) or intolerance of certain foods.