Boddities | Episode 1 | Will soda settle your upset stomach?

The video explores whether soda is beneficial for an upset stomach. A visit to a stomach doctor reveals that soda can cause discomfort due to gas expansion and acidity. Cold soda can also slow digestion. The doctor recommends warm, flat ginger ale as a better remedy. A personal anecdote confirms this advice, concluding that warm, flat ginger ale is the best choice for an upset stomach.

What is the main concern about drinking soda when experiencing an upset stomach?

• It hydrates the body too quickly.

• The gas in soda can expand in the stomach, causing discomfort.

• It provides too much energy.

• Soda is too bland for the stomach.

How does the acidity in soda affect the stomach?

• It strengthens the stomach lining.

• It can trigger chemoreceptors and cause queasiness.

• It neutralizes stomach acid.

• It helps in digestion.

What effect does cold soda have on the digestive system?

• It slows down gut activity.

• It causes immediate relief.

• It enhances nutrient absorption.

• It speeds up digestion.

What does the doctor recommend as a better alternative to soda for an upset stomach?

• Cold sparkling water

• Warm flat ginger ale

• Fresh lemonade

• Iced tea

What remedy did the narrator's mother use for an upset stomach?

• Warm flat 7UP or Sprite

• Cold soda with ice

• Herbal tea

• Hot chocolate