Things you shouldn't be doing after having your meal

Drinking coffee or tea should be avoided as it would interfere with the absorption of iron as well as with the digestion of proteins.

Drinking water will thin out your digestive juices and also affects the breakdown of your food.

Eating fruits will cause the stomach to be bloated with air.

Taking a bath increases the body’s temperature and pulls most of the blood to the surface of your skin and to your extremities.

Avoid an intense exercise workout right after your meals as it hinders the function of the digestive system. Due to this, it can cause nausea & cramps.

Stress will affect the contractions of your digestive muscles, and decreases secretions needed for digestion.

Avoid slouching while you are sitting or standing after your meals, as internal organs get scrunched up impeding your digestion.

Avoid Sleeping soon after a meal, as it will affect the digestion of food, which in turn leads to gastric and digestive problems.

Avoid smoking after a meal as it can interfere with the absorption of nutrients.