Ever eaten a meal that felt like a rock in your gut? Gastroparesis is a fancy term for a lazy stomach. It means your stomach muscles don’t push food or liquid down to your intestines fast enough. So water sits there—sloshing around—until it says, “Nope, I’m out.” You feel full, nauseous, and then… you know the rest. (Ironic side note: you’re trying to hydrate, but your stomach is on a coffee break.)
If you also feel bloated or full after a few sips, this might be your clue. Talk to a doc, not just Google, okay?