India, Aug. 11 -- How you feel after eating a meal is typically believed to be indicative of your digestive health. Indigestion is the most commonly assumed explanation, and people often self-treat with homemade remedies or over-the-counter medicines. But take a step back and think about it: why is the food staying in your stomach longer than it should? Could it be something else? Dr Nitin Aherrao, consultant in gastroenterology at P D Hinhuja Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Khar, told HT Lifestyle that this is actually a medical issue and should not be ignored.ALSO READ: Why does your stomach hurt after eating? Gastroenterologist reveals 9 possible causes

"Vomiting food some hours after eating means that it is not just a fact of i...