Have you been feeling overstuffed frequently? Bloating might be the reason behind your
suffering. Howdy, Bestie viewers! Bloating is a common complaint brought on by constipation or too
much gas. What you eat and drink can have a big impact on bloating and other digestive problems.
Several foods from your diet are quite fermentable.
This means they cause gas which can worsen the bloating.
In today’s video, we’ll focus on certain foods that can help you feel less bloated. Can pineapple
help with the bloating? What about yogurt and kiwi? We’ll talk about all this AND more…
Before we discuss the foods, let’s first talk about what bloating is?
Bloating is a condition where your stomach feels full and tight, usually due to gas.
It’s often associated with stress, fluid retention, dysfunctional gastric motility,
and gastrointestinal disorders. Bloating can also be a sign of severe gastrointestinal problems,
such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Inflammatory Bowel Disease,
intestinal parasites, or hormonal imbalances. Bloating can be caused by a variety of factors,
including how and what we eat. Eating too much fiber and fat can delay stomach emptying,
resulting in a full stomach and bloated feeling. Also, gulping down your food
quickly reduces the amount of time you spend chewing, which can affect digestion.
So let’s get into some of the natural ways for you to get rid of this sensation…
For one, stay hydrated. (Pause)
Bloating is a common side effect of high-salt diets. While it may seem silly,
drinking water can help. It kills the sodium and encourages your body to lose fluids.
Make sure your water intake is spread throughout the day. Staying hydrated helps prevent bloating,
but drinking a lot of water at once can make the problem worse. Avoid carbonated
drinks like club soda, as they introduce extra gas into the gastrointestinal tract.
Drinking water may be the last thing on your
mind when your stomach feels like it's about to explode.
What you need to understand is that constipation and bloating often go together. Hydration ensures
things move smoothly in your digestive tract, which is important for regular bowel movements.
It’s best to drink plenty of water before your meal. This will not only reduce the impact of
bloating, but also help you avoid overeating. (Pause)
Turmeric can also cure your bloating. (Pause)
This brilliant yellow-orange spice comes with a long list of health advantages. It’s quite popular
for its anti-inflammatory qualities. But you may not know that turmeric also has the potential to
improve your digestive health. The golden spice has compounds that promote digestion and prevent
your body from overproducing acids that cause gas. Curcumin, a primary ingredient in turmeric,
has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
It also helps the production of bile by stimulating your gallbladder.
Simply start by adding a tablespoon of turmeric to your diet every day, rather than immediately
committing to large dietary adjustments. Drinking golden or turmeric milk is the best way to get all
the advantages of this spice. (Pause)
Not your thing? Fight bloating with bananas. (Pause)
You may love bananas because of their taste, but the fruit has a lot more to offer.
They're nutrient-dense and high in fiber. Fiber can relieve constipation, which stops bloating.
Also, the high potassium content in bananas helps maintain a healthy fluid balance, which prevents
ballooning of the stomach and water retention.They also help your body flush out excess salt and
prevent inflammation. (Pause)
Celery can put a stop to your bloating. (Pause)
Celery has been used to relieve bloating and gas for a long time.
It’s a healthy vegetable that contains about 95% water. Its hydrating nature makes it
naturally diuretic. This means it boosts urine production to flush out excess water and sodium.
The veggie also offers gut-friendly fiber. This helps you maintain regular bowel movements by
preventing constipation and diarrhea. Also, the combination of water and potassium can help
decrease water retention associated with bloating. Celery even includes mannitol, a sugar alcohol,
which promotes regularity by drawing water into the digestive tract.
Just add this staple veggie to your soups and stews, and you’ll see the
benefits. (Pause)
Get rid of unpleasant bloating with fennel. (Pause)
With a licorice-like flavor, fennel is closely associated with carrots,
celery, and parsley. What’s amazing is that this plant also heals the digestive system.
Research proves that fennel and its seeds have antispasmodic qualities,
which means they can help relax the muscles in your digestive tract, reducing gas and bloating.
It also works as a diuretic, increasing urine output and decreasing water retention.
In fact, the essential oil extracted from fennel seeds can reduce symptoms of irritable bowel
syndrome like gas and gastrointestinal spasms. You can either eat the seeds or drink fennel tea
at the end of a meal. You may have seen the seeds of this anti-bloating food in bread, sausages,
and other meats. Just keep in mind that the type of fennel you eat might make a big difference.
While fennel essential oil can improve IBS symptoms, fennel tea contains fructans,
which can trigger IBS. (Pause)
Beat belly bloating and gas with kiwi. (Pause)
These slightly sour but flavor-packed fruits can do wonders for your digestive health.
Studies suggest that kiwi can help cure a variety of digestive problems,
including bloating, stomach pain, and constipation.
It promotes laxation, which relieves you of constipation. Food has less time to ferment
and create gas or bloating when it moves quickly through the gastrointestinal tract.
Your stomach is flatter when you eliminate gas. Bloating can be caused by sodium retention,
which causes the body to retain water. When you eat kiwi, it fights the retention.
Kiwi also contains a chemical called actinidin (ack-tin-eye-din), which can effectively help
with digestion. (Pause)
Have some papaya. (Pause)
The sweet flavor and smooth texture of papaya make it a popular tropical fruit.
This creamy treat not only contains a lot of water, but fiber too.
The secret behind papaya promoting digestion and helping a bloated stomach lies with papain.
It’s an enzyme that helps in the digestion of amino acids in your body.
In one study, papaya was found to dramatically relieve constipation and bloating in people
with chronic gastrointestinal dysfunction. Also, the fiber content of this fruit helps
increase regularity and minimize bloating. (Pause)
So how does pineapple treat bloating? (Pause)
Pineapple is a deliciously tangy tropical fruit with lots of vitamin C, manganese, and B vitamins.
Not only this, but bromelain, an enzyme found in pineapples, can effectively improve
protein digestion. Research shows that this enzyme has long been used in
traditional medicine to alleviate digestive problems. It also reduces inflammation,
which helps with bloating and swelling. So, the next time you feel bloated, fix yourself
a refreshing bowl of pineapple. (Pause)
Eat ginger to get rid of stomach discomfort. (Pause)
It’s quite frequent that people recommend eating ginger when suffering from a
stomach ache or nausea. But what does ginger have in it that’s so special?
Well you can start with enzymes that boost your digestive system.
It helps food move more quickly through the digestive tract while protecting the intestines.
Interestingly, a study discovered that ginger can stimulate GI tract motility. It reduces
constipation and related abdominal problems. The popular herb can help you avoid bloating
by speeding up the stomach emptying process. This herb will work like magic for women who
have recently had a C-section. Ginger can also help relieve gas and cramps.
Boil some fresh ginger, or add a pinch of ground ginger to some hot water.
If you’re a fan of tea, try grating fresh ginger into a cup to enjoy the benefits.
You can also go for crystallized ginger. (Pause)
Try creamy avocado to ease bloating. (Pause)
Avocado is a rich source of soluble fiber and magnesium. Magnesium helps activate digestive
enzymes. It helps neutralize stomach acid, relax bowel muscles, and draw water into the intestines,
all of which make it easier for stool to travel through the digestive tract.
The fiber in this fruit helps to maintain regularity, and prevent constipation and bloating.
Avocados are extremely nutritious fruits, with each serving containing a significant
quantity of folate, vitamin C, and vitamin K.
They're also high in potassium, a significant mineral for maintaining fluid balance and
preventing water retention. (Pause)
Start your day with oatmeal to avoid being gassy
or bloated. (Pause)
Oatmeal is high in fiber. Having some for breakfast will keep your bloating down.
Oats contain beta-glucan, a type of fiber with strong anti-inflammatory properties.
If you suffer from IBS, you’ll be able to tolerate a serving of oats. Also,
people who suffer from celiac disease can eat certified gluten-free oats and enjoy the
numerous benefits. (Pause)
Can yogurt keep bloating at bay? (Pause)
Yogurt is high in probiotics, a type of bacteria that is important for intestinal health.
This bacteria also boosts digestion. In one study, probiotics were shown to promote regularity by
increasing stool frequency and consistency. The healthy bacteria have also been found
to alleviate bloating and abdominal discomfort caused by irritable bowel syndrome or diarrhea.
You need to remember that your dairy tolerance may vary widely. You may feel really bloated
after eating any type of dairy. The good news is that even if you have a sensitivity to milk-based
products, yogurt is still a good option for you. You can start with plain Greek yogurt,
which is strong in calcium and protein. Top it later with high-fiber items like peanut butter
or fresh fruits. (Pause)
Cucumber also helps. (Pause)
Remember how we said to stay hydrated? Cucumbers contain high water content,
making them ideal for bloating relief. It contains more than 95% water by weight.
Eating foods that are high in water can help keep you hydrated and satisfy your daily fluid
requirements. They can successfully help you avoid water retention and
bloating. (Pause)
Eat more prunes if you want a happier stomach. (Pause)
When it comes to treating bloating, any list of foods is incomplete without prunes.
This dry fruit contains fiber and sorbitol, another compound that relieves your bowel.
The insoluble fiber in prunes provides weight to the digestive system and helps
the stool pass more quickly, while sorbitol is a natural laxative.
Try adding prune juice to your diet. It comes in a concentrated form.
Simmer five parts filtered water with one part prunes for three to four hours. Puree the mixture
after removing any pits, and enjoy. (Pause)
Fix your bloated stomach with peppermint. (Pause)
Peppermint has an organic molecule called l-menthol,
which has been proven to reduce stomach and colon spasms,
relax the muscles of your GI tract, and perhaps relieve abdominal pain and bloating.
If you have a sensitive gut, add peppermint to your diet and avoid stomach issues. In
case of acid reflux, go for peppermint oil capsules. If you don't have acid reflux,
simmer a cup of peppermint tea the next time your stomach feels bloated.
Peppermint oil can reduce inflammation and treat IBS symptoms such as stomach pain,
constipation, and bloating. It can also help avoid bloating by preventing muscle spasms in
the stomach and intestines. (Pause)
There are so many ways to get rid of bloating. Changing your diet is just one of them. Let’s
keep the conversation going with a couple related videos, shall we? Here’s what you need to know…
Check out 16 ways to get rid of bloating fast. Or how about 9 causes behind your bloated stomach?
Go ahead, click one. Or better yet, watch both, and learn more about how your digestive system
works. Have you ever tried any of these remedies for bloating? Let us know in the comments below!