What is bloating and how can we prevent it?
If you've ever felt overly full and uncomfortable, but you didn't just eat a huge meal, it's very probable you were bloated.
Bloating is extremely common and it's generally not serious, but it can be uncomfortable and irritating. Luckily, there are some things we can do both to prevent and reduce it.
Check out this gallery to learn all about bloating and some tips to prevent it.
What is bloating?
Ever felt too full and uncomfortable, but you weren’t sure exactly why? It's likely you were bloated. Bloating is very common and there are several ways to ease it.
Full or big stomach
There are a number of symptoms of bloating, but the main one is feeling like your stomach is fuller or bigger than usual.
Painful or noisy tummy
You may also experience tummy pain or discomfort, or your stomach may rumble or make more noises than it usually does.
The causes
Finally, if you are bloated you may find that you are more gassy than normal. So, there you have the symptoms, but what exactly causes bloating?
Excess gas
The most common reason that we experience bloating is having too much gas in our gut. This is often caused by certain food and drinks.
Fizzy drinks
For example, fizzy drinks such as soda are known to cause bloating, as are certain vegetables. Swallowing air while you eat can also cause bloating.
Digestive problems
There are also problems with digestion that can cause bloating. For example, if you struggle with constipation, celiac disease, or IBS, you are more likely to bloat. Read More…
