Abdominal bloating is a common complaint.
In a large percentage of clinical cases, it is formed due to gas-producing food or a large portion. Sometimes it is the result of gut sensitivity to emotional stress. Most of the time, the cause of bloating is lifestyle and diet - it may even be due to some food intolerances. Bloating is also a symptom of irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease.
Chronic bloating with an acute symptomatic course has a negative impact on a person's quality of life.
To reduce bloating is provided:
- Remove from the diet or limit as much as possible products that cause bloating;
- Check if you are lactose intolerant;
- It is necessary to avoid constipation;
- Give preference to foods rich in probiotics;
- Eat a small portion;
- limit salt and fat in the diet;
- drink mint tea;
- Do not eat quickly;
- Avoid chewing gum;
- carbonated and sweet drinks are not recommended;
- Walking or cycling is useful;
- Rapid weight gain increases the risk of bloating.
Source:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/proven-ways-to-reduce-bloating#_noHeaderPrefixedContent
