Ah, bloating — the unwelcome, uncomfortable belly full of gas that can make you feel like a not-so-hot air balloon. If excess gas is cramping your style (and giving you cramps), give these tips a try and kiss your puffy tummy goodbye.
Remember that occasional gas is perfectly natural. If you’ve given these tricks a try and you’re still bugged by the belly bloat, check with your doctor. You may have food allergies or intolerances.
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2017). Get the facts: Sodium and dietary guidelines.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023). Sodium intake and health.
Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care (IQWiG) (2019). Irritable bowel syndrome: What helps — and what doesn’t. InformedHealth.org [Internet].
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). (2021). Eating, Diet, & Nutrition for Gas in the Digestive Tract.
Ringel, Y. (2015). Clinical trial: Probiotic Bacteria Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM and Bifidobacterium lactis Bi-07 Versus Placebo for the Symptoms of Bloating in Patients with Functional Bowel Disorders - a Double-Blind Study. Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology.
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