New research suggests gastritis is on the rise- and it may be an underdiscussed aspect of long Covid.

Gastritis describes a condition that causes stomach lining to become red, swollen and inflamed. 

Naturopath, wellness expert and Golden Yogi's Erin O'Hara explained that gastrointestinal conditions have been flaring up after people have gotten Covid-19, including peptic ulcer diseases, GERD and acute pancreatitis.

Erin O'Hara recommends getting a specialist's opinion, sticking to an anti-inflammatory diet and reducing alcohol and caffeine intake.

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