India, Sept. 23 -- If you frequently struggle with gut problems like acidity, bloating, and constipation, the causes are sometimes not just diet. Sleep is commonly overlooked, but it is also linked to gut health. So, the effects of poor sleep are not limited to morning grogginess or impaired focus; bowel movements can also take a hit.

Dr Rajan Babu, consultant medical gastroenterologist at VS Hospitals, Chennai, revealed that indeed people who have a poor sleep schedule may suffer from many gut-related issues.

Sharing instances from his clinical experience, he said, "Patients walk in with acidity, bloating, and irregular motions. Some carry a bag full of medicines. They try one doctor, then another. Still no relief. Then I ask one simpl...