11.Celiac Disease in Kids
Kids with celiac disease have some of the same symptoms as other digestive problems — stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation. Sometimes they don’t grow as well as they should. This digestive disorder is triggered when they eat foods with gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Celiac disease can destroy the lining of the small intestine. There’s no cure, but it’s controlled by eating a gluten-free diet.
12.Eating Before Swimming
Your mother may have told you not to swim for 30 minutes after you eat. The worry was that blood flow goes to the stomach during digestion, so your arms and legs don’t get the blood they need to keep you afloat. While your stomach does need some extra blood for digestion, it’s not enough to affect your limbs. But the issue is still controversial. Even while some experts say it is safe to swim right after eating, others point out there is a risk of minor cramps that can interfere with water safety. A light meal or snack probably will not cause a problem. But after a large meal, encourage your child to wait before getting back in the water.
