9 Quick Ways to Reduce Bloating

May 22, 2023, 07:41 IST

Kirtika Katira

Try yoga poses

Child’s Pose, Happy Baby Pose, and squats encourage the release of excess gas from the GI tract, which can reduce bloating.

Take anti-gas medications

You can get gas relievers in drug stores or online.

Eat more fibre

Eating more fibre can help prevent constipation and bloating. Recommended daily fibre intake for females is 25 grams and for males is 38 grams.

Avoid chewing gums

Gums can make the bloating worse. Instead,  use ginger mints or peppermints to freshen your breath.

Try probiotics

Probiotics are good bacteria that live in the intestines. Taking a probiotic supplement may help regulate the colon bacteria that can produce gas and cause bloating.

Cut down on salt

Excess amount of sodium in the body can cause a swollen and bloated feeling in the belly. Cut down on salt to avoid the same.

Consider a low-FODMAP diet

A diet low in fermentable carbs, called the low FODMAP diet, is often recommended to manage irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It also helps with bloating.

Replace sodas with water

Fizzy, carbonated drinks cause bloating in the stomach. Replace them with water-based drinks. Coconut water is best alternative.

Take a warm bath

Sitting in a bathtub filled with lukewarm water can help relieve sore abdomen and reduce bloating.

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