In some individuals, the complex digestive process fails to work optimally. Digestive upsets can be uncomfortable, embarrassing and may limit food choice as consumption of certain foods may cause bloating, flatulence and indigestion. Digestive problems may develop as a result of several factors including: - Stressful lifestyles - Inadequate chewing - ‘Eating on the run’ or eating late in the day - A diet high in refined carbohydrates and fat - Excessive consumption of animal products such as meat and dairy products - Overcooking food, thus depleting the diet of natural enzyme-rich foods - Excessive consumption of alcohol All these factors may place additional stress on the body’s digestive capacity and can potentially lead to inadequate digestive enzyme production. Poor digestion can cause symptoms of indigestion, fullness, bloating and gas. Inadequate digestion is associated with insufficient enzyme secretion.

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