Stomach bloating problems can occur due to many reasons. In this condition the stomach looks slightly swollen, which is sometimes accompanied by pain and the grumbling noise which is due to the gas in the stomach. Let us look at the various stomach bloating related problems and the treatment for stomach bloating.
There are many problems which contribute to stomach bloating. It occurs when there is abdominal swelling due to the presence of excess gas in the stomach and the adjoining region. Here are some of the problems which cause this condition.
Causes
A person feels tightness and fullness in their abdominal region when suffering from bloating, which gives a general uneasy feeling. Listed below are some of the abdominal bloating causes.
- Overeating is the most common cause
- Constipation
- Eating foods which are intolerable to the stomach (like in case of people who are lactose intolerant)
- Gastric dumping
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Eating certain foods, especially gas-producing food
- The nervous habit of swallowing food rapidly
- Infestation of intestinal parasites like worms
- Many times women experience stomach bloating during pregnancy
- Women also experience this sensation just before their periods or during their periods
Treatment
For long term solution one needs to switch to healthier habits to maintain their digestive health. While a person is going through bloating, there are home remedies which can provide relief.
Switching to Healthy Eating Habits
It is crucial that you change your current habits to healthier ones for preventing and controlling this condition. There are people who are allergic to certain foods, which might cause bloating, so one needs to ensure that they stay away from such food products. If you are not sure of what leads to bloating, then note down in a diary the date and time when you experience the stomach bloating. Or you can download an app that helps you track down the food you have intolerance towards. After sometime you will be able to judge for yourself, what kind of food gives you bloating, and thus you can then avoid such foods.
The foods you generally need to avoid are spicy food, sodas, coffee, raw foods, and highly acidic drinks. It is also important that you chew your food slowly and properly for proper digestion, this habit of eating food will give you relief from gas, constipation, and bloating. Keep drinking plenty of water throughout the day, around 3 liters on an average. If you get bloating after eating, avoid second helpings and go for a stroll for 15 minutes after the meal. To prevent bloating, you can also participate in some sort of physical exercise for at least 45 minutes in a day.
Home Remedies
By changing your habits, bloating can greatly reduce. However there are remedies which give quick and effective relief. Eat fibrous foods like sprouts, as it will clean your body from the inside and relieve you from gas. You can drink green tea or cranberry juice, as they help to get rid of unnecessary fluids from the body. Women experiencing bloating during their periods can take PMS supplements. You can take laxatives which are available as over-the-counter drugs for relief.
If you have been suffering from bloating for a long time, then it is best that you consult a doctor as such health conditions can develop into bigger health risks later on.
Disclaimer: This HealthHearty article is for informative purposes only, and should not be used as a replacement for expert medical advice.
