Question 1

are ritz or saltine crackers better for an upset stomach?

Accepted Answer

Whichever.: There is no evidence and there will probably never be any evidence that one or the other is better.  This seems to be more a preference.

Question 2

if i have the stomach flu, can i eat ritz crackers instead of saltine crackers?

Accepted Answer

You can: You can, but Ritz crackers have considerably more fat content than saltines so are a little less gentle on an irritated stomach and bowel.

Rule of thumb: if it makes your nauseous or hurts your stomach, stop eating it and try again when you're feeling a bit better.  If it doesn't cause pain or nausea, then you're good.

Question 3

why do saltines and flat 7-up settle an upset stomach?

Accepted Answer

They buffer acid: "upset stomach" is not enough information to help you.  Do you have nausea with/without vomiting, fullness, bloating, gassiness, pain (if so in what location(s)), bleeding, diarrhea/constipation/change in baseline bowel habits, tenderness, distension? Are you pregnant, have underlying disease, >60?

Question 4

i had to eat something at 2am (saltines and ritz to settle a terrible stomach ache) am i going ti gain a lot now?

Accepted Answer

Not if : Timing of eating just does not matter. It's total calories in. 4000 calories is one pound of weight. That's equivalent to about a 100 saltines (40 calories per saltine.. takes 100 of them to gain a pound). 

Hope belly better; abdominal pain can be a serious condition (unlikely if it goes away).

Question 5

i've been having a lot of gastro problems. i took pepto and my bs is dropping even after lowering my insulin, drinking apple juice and having saltines w/sugar jelly. it's like the pepto is coating the gut not allowing the sugar in??

Accepted Answer

: This is hard to answer. More details are needed. Gastrointestinal problems can cause poor absorption of food which can lower blood sugar.

Question 6

my mouth is sore since yesterday, worse today. especially the tip of my tongue, my gums are very sensitive too, and i tasted saltiness. not burned.

Accepted Answer

Mouth sore: It's not uncommon for your mouth and/or tip of tongue to be sensitive after a bout of hot, salty, or spicy foods. This is related to surface damage and should resolve within a few days. If not please see your primary care physician.

Question 7

nausea for 3 months, not pregnant. it has woken me up at night, and it seems to go away when i eat 4-6 saltine crackers. what is the cause of nausea?

Accepted Answer

? various causes: Persistent nausea could be as a result of various gastrointestinal issues with the most likely one being the gall bladder. Others include reflux disease, appendicitis, an ulcer. any vomiting or fever? It will be a good idea to see a doctor as soon as possible since it has persisted for about 3months. Stay healthy.

Question 8

i am 10 weeks pregnant. i have been throwing everything i attempt to eat up. & feeling tons of bubbles. i cannot manage to hold even water down, or pedialyte popsicles, even saltine crackers. should i go to the hospital for a saline drip? i am also throwi

Accepted Answer

Hello. : Hello. Don't know how long you have been vomiting for. If you feel lightheaded or dizzy with going from a lying to stitting position or from sitting to standing that could be a sign of hypotension. If your fasting pulse rate is rapid (ie 120), especially if you pulse rate increases by 20 or more when getting up, those are signs that you are likely significantly dehydrated.  If this is the case, recommend that you do go to the er or an urgent care clinic (that can give IV fluids) for intravenous hydration. They will also be likely to give you medication to help with your vomiting.  You sound like you feel miserable. I hope you are feeling better soon. Take care.

Question 9

are tans healthy?

Accepted Answer

Tans from sun: Tanning can lead to skin damage. Tanning through natural sun exposure or tanning beds is not healthy.

Question 10

how to be healthy?

Accepted Answer

Good Habits: Develop good habits for a lifetime like regular exercise that gets your heart rate up and that is low impact (try walking 5mi/hr), eat healthy not fried foods or junk foods, do not smoke, do not take drugs for recreation, do not abuse alcohol. Please do have fun, keep your mind active with varied interests, try to enjoy everyday.

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Are ritz or saltine crackers better for an upset stomach?

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If i have the stomach flu, can i eat ritz crackers instead of saltine crackers?

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Why do saltines and flat 7-up settle an upset stomach?

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I had to eat something at 2am (saltines and ritz to settle a terrible stomach ache) am i going ti gain a lot now?

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I've been having a lot of gastro problems. i took pepto and my bs is dropping even after lowering my insulin, drinking apple juice and having saltines w/sugar jelly. it's like the pepto is coating the gut not allowing the sugar in??

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My mouth is sore since yesterday, worse today. especially the tip of my tongue, my gums are very sensitive too, and i tasted saltiness. not burned.

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Nausea for 3 months, not pregnant. it has woken me up at night, and it seems to go away when i eat 4-6 saltine crackers. what is the cause of nausea?

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I am 10 weeks pregnant. i have been throwing everything i attempt to eat up. & feeling tons of bubbles. i cannot manage to hold even water down, or pedialyte popsicles, even saltine crackers. should i go to the hospital for a saline drip? i am also throwi

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