If your stomach is so swollen than you can’t button up the pants as you used to, then you are one of those having problems with bloating. This condition is caused by excess gas in the intestines.
A key factor in reducing intestinal gas and bloating is keeping food moving through the digestive process as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Food that sits in the stomach or intestines for too long can create a feeling of constant fullness and bloating or it can also lead to food that has not been fully digested entering the colon where it will ferment and produce excess gas and cause bloating.
Wrong eating habits, imbalance of hormones and certain foods can contribute a great deal to the appearance of bloating.
You should avoid eating large quantity of beans due to the presence of certain sugars that some people can’t digest appropriately. Also limit the intake of cruciferous vegetables, such as cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts which are high in sulfur compounds and aggravate the bloating.
Onions, asparagus, potatoes, corn, mushrooms and artichokes are also on the list of ingredients that often trigger belly bloat so you should be careful when you consume them.
Eating too fast can also worsen bloating problem due to swallowing too much air when you eat. That is the reason you should eat and chew the food slowly and be careful not to bite off more than you can actually chew.
Increasing the water intake can do wonders for you and help you alleviate bloating. The same is the case with physical activity, meaning that even a ten-minute quick walk can help you relieve bloating and make you feel better.
Fight belly bloat by regularly consuming foods rich in dietary fiber which will help move everything through the intestines more quickly. This will prevent constipation and contribute to regular defecation.
Berries, pineapples, mint and almonds are well worth eating as part of the anti-bloat diet. Try introducing them regularly on your menu and successfully fight bloating.
Prepare this amazingly delicious smoothie, balance your belly bloat and prevent flatulence.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 8 mint leaves
Instructions:
Combine the ingredients in a blender and process the mixture until silky smooth. Pour in glasses and serve immediately.
