How to Get Rid of Bloating
Bloating can range from slightly uncomfortable to downright debilitating. When you’re trying to get rid of bloating, it can be tempting to reach for an easy fix solution, such as an over-the-counter medication that rapidly alleviates gas.
However, this can become frustrating as many find that they are quickly bloated again the next time they eat. This is because most
over-the-counter options are not helping the actual cause of your bloating. They’re just attacking bloating as a symptom.
The best way to get rid of bloating will depend on the underlying cause. Fortunately, figuring this out doesn’t always require a trip to the doctor!
Below you’ll find 9 common causes of bloating and suggestions on how to fix each one.
Balance Your Gut Microbiome
The bacteria in your gut need to exist in a delicate balance for you to feel your best. When this little ecosystem (known as your microbiome) is thrown out of whack, it can make you feel bloated, nauseous, constipated, and lethargic.
If this continues it can cause other health conditions and even nutrient deficiencies. Additionally, the bacteria can colonize in the wrong spot within your gastrointestinal tract. They should mostly inhabit your large intestines.
However, there are times when certain bacteria settle in the small intestine causing a condition known as bacterial overgrowth. Bloating is a major side effect of this condition.
This is why it isn’t a good idea to ignore persistent bloating. It could be a sign of something that needs your full attention.
Atrantil is a powerful blend of polyphenols known for getting rid of bloating by addressing the underlying issue of bacterial overgrowth.
Medications that cause bloating
There are several medications that can cause bloating, these include:
- Antibiotics – While antibiotics are sometimes necessary, they can wreak havoc on the gut microbiome.
When antibiotics kill off harmful bacteria, they also harm beneficial bacteria. Though your gut can make a comeback after a round of antibiotics, it helps if you support the beneficial bacteria by taking probiotics.
- NSAIDS – Over-the-counter drugs like Advil or aspirin can cause inflammation of the gut lining and leave you feeling bloated. Try not to take these unnecessarily.
- Painkillers – Opiates are known for causing constipation and bloating. Again, the best thing to do here is to avoid taking these unnecessarily.
Birth control pills – These can cause fluid retention and bloat due to the estrogen. Opting for a form with lower estrogen sometimes improves bloating.
You have an unidentified food sensitivity
Food sensitivities are notorious for causing bloating. If your bloating is a regular occurrence, try to pay attention to what you’ve eaten earlier that day and see if there’s a pattern.
The most common food sensitivities include:
- Milk
- Eggs
- Gluten
- Tree nuts
- Fructose
- Fish
- Shellfish
You can have a food sensitivity that’s mild and has gastrointestinal reactions as opposed to allergy-like reactions. Food sensitivities and food allergies are not the same things and sensitivities are much less destructive than allergies. It’s not uncommon for food sensitivities to wax and wane in their strength, which can make them trickier to identify.
Keep a food diary and you’ll be able to narrow down what might be causing your bloating.
Similarly, you might have an undiagnosed gut condition
Bloating is sometimes a sign of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.
These can include inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), celiac disease, and ulcerative colitis – to name a few. If your bloating is severe or has lasted longer than a week, you should make an appointment with your doctor.
Eating too quickly can cause bloating
You might be surprised to hear that something as simple as eating too fast can cause bloating. But this is because you’re swallowing air when you eat too fast.
On top of that, you could end up eating more than you need because you’re scarfing down food before your brain realizes what’s there and sounds the leptin alarm (your satiety hormone) for you to stop.
Don’t wolf your food down. You may find the cause of your bloating is as simple as slowing down and enjoying your meal. A good way to do this is by practicing mindful eating — take notice of the textures, flavors, scents, and combinations of food in your mouth. It’ll help you to eat more slowly, enjoy your food more, and reduce your bloating.
FODMAP Vegetables to Avoid
While vegetables are great for you, too much of a good thing could be a bad thing.
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Vegetables high in FODMAPs (a group of carbohydrates) can cause bloating.
If you get a bloated stomach after eating, it could be the types of vegetables you ate. Some people are more sensitive to FODMAPs.
Some of the high FODMAP vegetables are:
- Dark leafy greens
- Beans
- Lentils
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Cauliflower
- Sprouts
- Onions
To identify a FODMAP sensitivity do the same thing you would to identify a food sensitivity — keep track of what you ate before becoming bloated. Food journals and apps to track what you’ve eaten are great options for this.
Dehydration can cause bloating and gas
When you aren’t drinking enough water or are participating in activities that can dehydrate you (such as sports, drinking alcohol, or eating salty foods), your body holds on to water.
Water retention then slows your digestion, causing you to become constipated. Constipation then makes you feel bloated.
Try drinking more water to see if that helps your bloating. Avoid sugary, caffeinated, or alcoholic beverages as they can contribute to dehydration and bloating.
Constipation and bloating go hand in hand
Constipation occurs when stool stays in your intestines, which leads to a buildup of waste and gas. Constipation causes bloating, gas, and stomach pain. Common causes of constipation include:
- Not eating enough fiber
- Being overly stressed
- Being dehydrated
- Imbalance in the gut flora
- Not exercising enough
Just as you should find the underlying cause of your bloating, if you’re regularly constipated, be sure to try and find the cause, as well.
They could be one and the same!
Over the counter medications don’t get rid of bloating
Bloating remedies such as a Gas-x don’t treat the underlying cause and are only a temporary solution. If you’re relying on medications such as these for getting rid of bloating, you are only going to find a temporary solution. While simethicone-based products, like Gas-X, are generally safe to use long-term, getting a real fix would be better to reduce your medication intake.
Instead, try and identify the root cause so you can take the necessary steps to find lasting relief.
Atrantil: How to Get Rid of Bloating for Good
Unlike most quick fixes, Atrantil uses a three-step process to stop gas-producing bacteria from causing your bloating.
Peppermint leaf, quebracho, and horse chestnut work together to interrupt harmful bacteria, get them to go back into the colon where they belong while offering you relief.
Getting rid of bloating is easy with Atrantil, simply take one capsule with a meal and you’ll not only experience fast relief – you’ll experience lasting relief.
This is because Atrantil doesn’t put a bandaid on the problem, it addresses the root cause of bloating.