Snacking all day feels harmless — but it might be stressing your gut. A gastroenterologist explains how constant grazing affects digestion, hormones, and blood sugar. (Image: Pexels)
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Moneycontrol06-02-2026, 13:32

Doctor Warns: Constant Snacking Harms Digestion, Confuses Gut Health

  • Constant snacking prevents digestive organs from resting, leading to issues like bloating, acidity, and poor nutrient absorption.
  • Dr. Rakesh Kumar states frequent eating disrupts the digestive system's full cycle, causing gas and indigestion.
  • Grazing interferes with hunger-regulating hormones (ghrelin, leptin), potentially leading to overeating and weight gain.
  • Frequent consumption of processed or sweet foods causes blood sugar spikes and drops, resulting in fatigue and cravings.
  • The digestive system needs rest for its natural cleansing process; nonstop eating impairs this, slowing digestion and causing bacterial overgrowth.

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