16/01/2026
Did you know digestive diseases affect thousands of Ghanaians every year?
From peptic ulcers to gastroenteritis, these conditions impact our daily lives, but many are preventable.
Tips To Lower Your Risk:
1. Wash your hands thoroughly before eating and after using the toilet to prevent infections that cause diarrhea and other digestive issues.
2. Eat more fiber-rich foods like kontomire, garden eggs, plantain, and whole grains to support healthy digestion and prevent constipation.
3. Drink clean, treated water and avoid street food from unhygienic sources to reduce your risk of typhoid and cholera.
4. Limit spicy foods, alcohol, and NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) if you’re prone to ulcers or stomach pain.
5. Eat well-cooked food.
Don’t ignore persistent symptoms like abdominal pain, blood in stool, or chronic heartburn, seek medical attention early.
Visit Pleasant Medical Centre for digestive health screenings and expert care.