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  • 29/01/2025

I'm living in a hostel and I've been having trouble digesting the food from the canteen. It feels like my stomach just doesn't agree with it. Is there something specific I should look out for in the canteen food, or could it be something I need to change in my diet or habits? I'm a bit worried and could really use some advice on what might be causing this issue and how I might manage it.

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try to include healthy diet and add more fruits and healthy vegitables to your diet consult yourdoctor to rule out any gastric related issues

Dr. Shubham Suggests...

Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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