Bloating can feel very uncomfortable and can be caused by several things. It can appear as gas in the stomach or water accumulation all over the body. The good news is that it’s easy to fix!
Bloating can be caused by diet, poor sleep, lack of exercise, alcohol, stress, hormones, medications, warm weather, flying, too much salt or not enough salt, or lack of water and electrolytes.
Carbohydrates bind fluids and cause bloating, especially if consuming a lot of salt. For one gram of carbs you eat or drink, the body holds 3-4 grams of water to store the energy. So the water storage in the body can be up to 4 times the carbs you consume. If you are often bloated, it could be beneficial to try a low-carb or ketogenic diet. You can also try fasting.
Foods to reduce bloating
- Cucumber
- Watermelon
- Strawberries
- Parsley
- Pineapple
- Avocado
- Mint
- Cinnamon
- Ginger
- Turmeric
- Celery
- Green tea
- MCT-oil
- Apple cider vinegar
Supplements that help
- Probiotics (also for example full-fat yogurt)
- Digestive enzymes
- Psyllium
- Magnesium
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin B-6
Other beneficial methods to get rid of bloating are lymphatic massage and regular exercise. You can also try not to eat cruciferous vegetables, dairy, and sugar alcohols. Also, carbonated beverages can promote bloating.
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