Digestive Disorders & Stomach Pain

I am beyond thrilled to finally start our 52 weeks, 52 prayers campaign!! I want to thank all of you who made the commitment to partner along with us as we pray over our health each week for the next 52 weeks. I cannot wait to see how God is going to heal and transform each of you through this prayer journey!

For the four weeks of June, each of the prayers will be focused around digestive disorders and stomach pain. If you are reading this and you have no idea what the 52 weeks, 52 prayers campaign is, go check that out first, (click here) and then this will make a lot more sense.

To find the weekly prayers, head over to my website, where the weekly prayer is posted each week on the right side bar.

The prayers will all be posted on Instagram as well. Follow me @abbyshroka in order to see the new prayer each week.

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Why digestive disorders and stomach pain? Statistics show that 48% of Americans suffer from some type of digestive disorder and/or regular stomach pain and this number continues to increase each year. This means that half of you who read this suffer from stomach pain on a consistent basis.

Why is it important for you to pray over your digestive issues? For two reasons. The first is that most digestive disorders go undiagnosed, which is extremely frustrating for both the doctor and the patient. Luckily we have a healer, named Jesus, and He knows exactly what your diagnosis is. (We will be praying for clarity and correct diagnosis this month!) The second reason is that the root cause of digestive disorders varies greatly, so it can be hard to pin point what exactly is causing your symptoms. (We will be praying for discernment to know what triggers stomach pain).

For those of you have undiagnosed digestive pain, a Hope Session may be a great help to you. This is a 90 minute session that is rooted in prayer for healing, discernment, and revelation. We also discuss your health concerns and I provide you with dietary and lifestyle recommendations. Click here for more information about our Hope Sessions.

Digestive Disorders 101

There are many different digestive disorders, but the most common ones include: ulcers, acid reflux or GERD, celiac's disease, IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), IBD (inflammatory bowel disease), and diverticulitis. Though these are all different the symptoms of any digestive disorder include:

• stomach pain
• acid reflux
• constipation
• diarrhea
• nausea
• gas
• bloating

These symptoms are painful, embarrassing, and disruptive to your life. Most people believe that there is nothing that can be done to prevent a digestive disorder, mainly because most people are undiagnosed. However, there are some basic nutritional guidelines that will help to reduce, and in many cases eliminate your symptoms.  

1. Eat fiber, fruits, and vegetables at every meal. These three types of foods help to regulate digestion, heal your gut, and reduce inflammation. No matter what type of digestive disorder you suffer from, these foods will help to reduce your pain level.
2. Try an elimination diet to find out if your issues are coming from a certain food source. The most common foods to cause pain and irritation during digestion are dairy, gluten, and sugar. Elimination diets can be tricky. Sign up for a free health history here, so I can help you do it right, so that you will get accurate and effective results.
3. Many digestive disorders are greatly aggravated by processed foods. Stick to "real" food, which is food that is grown out of the ground, not food that is manufactured in a processing plant. Real food is much easier for the body to digest. When the digestive tract is already irritated and sore, eating processed foods that are hard to digest will only aggravate your digestive tract even more, causing a lot more pain.
4. Eating too quickly, skipping meals, and not chewing your food can also aggravate digestive disorders. Make sure to eat your food slowly and chew every bite thoroughly. If you suffer from regular digestive pain, try eating 4-6 smaller meals throughout the day instead of the traditional three. This can help to soothe the stomach and regulate digestion

Statistics show that, of those who suffer with digestive disorders and stomach pain, 78% don't communicate this to their health professional. So, this means that many of you are suffering alone, with no help and no hope. If this is you, please commit to praying everyday! Know that you are not alone. Know that we are joined together with you, specifically praying for your digestive health. Link up with us for the next 52 weeks.


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Wishing you all Health, Hope, & Happiness
Abby