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Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science: Why Grandmothers' Digestive Advice Holds True

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News18•20-02-2026, 20:46

Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science: Why Grandmothers' Digestive Advice Holds True

•Traditional advice against stretching after meals, once a childhood joke, is now validated by science and Ayurveda.
•Elderly historian Dr. Shivkumar Singh Kaushikeya explains that forceful stretching hinders the digestive process.
•Ayurveda states that sudden body movements after eating disturb Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, leading to indigestion and gas.
•Scientifically, increased blood flow to the digestive system means sudden movements can cause discomfort and acid reflux.
•A light walk and resting on the left side after meals are recommended for better digestion and overall well-being.

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