Risk Factors
The following lifestyle factors increase your chances of experiencing dyspepsia:
- Overeating
- Eating too quickly or at irregular intervals
- Eating greasy, high-fat, or spicy foods
- Drinking caffeine, alcohol, or soda pop in excess
- Taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin and ibuprofen
- Smoking
- Psychological stress
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