What is a digestive event?

Digestive events, such as hiccups, are simply part of the normal functions of the digestive system.

What triggers digestive events?

Digestive events may be triggered by:

• A diet which contains too much fat, too much spicy food or not enough dietary fibre;
• Irregular meals, eating too quickly, or even stress;
• Food poisoning;
• Food intolerances;
• Certain types of medication such as anti-inflammatories.