Gut symptoms are incredibly common - with one in two Brits experiencing them at some point in their lives. But it is important to know when they are a sign of something more sinister.
A medical expert has cautioned that consuming ready meals may exacerbate a common gut issue affecting nearly half of the British population at some point in their lives.
Dr. Simon Smale, a consultant gastroenterologist at Manchester Royal Infirmary, suggests that the increasing cases of acid reflux may be linked to the widespread consumption of ready meals. He told The Mail: "Some processed foods, such as ready meals containing complex carbohydrates, can increase symptoms such as bloating because they're harder to digest."
While most gut symptoms are usually not indicative of anything overly serious, medical professionals warn that some could be a red flag for more severe conditions. This includes new gastrointestinal symptoms persisting for over three months in individuals aged 50 and above.
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