Shellfish and other types of seafood are rich in zinc, which is critically important for the heart, muscles, and reproductive system. Zinc levels below normal are linked to poor sperm quality and male infertility. Not fond of seafood? Beef, turkey, chicken, nuts, and seeds offer a healthy dose of zinc, too.
The stomach is a frequent site of bleeding. Alcohol, aspirin, aspirin-containing medicines, and various other medicines (particularly those used for arthritis) can cause stomach ulcers or inflammation (gastritis). The stomach is often the site of ulcer disease. Acute or chronic ulcers may enlarge and erode through a blood vessel, causing bleeding.
Drinks with higher alcohol content are more likely to inflict chemical damage on your gastrointestinal tract, whereas beverages with lower alcohol content, such as beer and wine, tend to stimulate stomach acid secretion. Either of these effects could aggravate acid reflux and make your symptoms worse.