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Physical activity and gastrointestinal disorders
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1. Diseases related to gastrointestinal disorders
Excessive gastrointestinal disorders are significantly more common in people who practice long-distance and endurance disciplines (E.P. De Oliveira, R.C. Jeukendrup 2014). Disorders of the lower digestive tract may cause excessive gas, bloating, diarrhea, pain in the abdominal area or a feeling of incomplete emptiness.2. Causes of gastrointestinal disorders
In contrast, high-intensity physical activity can work in reverse, with a negative effect mainly on products of constant consistency. However, it is worth noting that supplements such as creatine, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, iron-rich dietary supplements can increase the activity of the body, which can lead to increased stress, increased fatigue, increased body fat loss, increased weight loss, and even more dramatic changes in the body's metabolism (such as eating disorders, dietary changes, and metabolic disorder).3. How to cure gastrointestinal disorders
Consultation with a specialist will also help to rule out serious diseases. First of all, it should be noted that gastrointestinal disorders lasting longer than 12 days require consultation of a specialist who will make a medical diagnosis and implement appropriate treatment.4. Whether physical activity can positively affect the functioning of the digestive system
In addition, inflammatory bowel disease affects physically active people much less frequently. Medium- to low-intensity physical activity (e.g., running, cycling, or swimming) can have many benefits for the proper functioning of the digestive system. Movement also prevents urinary retention and improves metabolism in the liver. Regular exercise reduces the risk of constipation (movement facilitates peristalsis of the intestines and motor skills), as well as colon cancer.
