BLOASTING. HOW TO SOLVE THIS PROBLEM QUICKLY

Bloating, causes and treatment. What helps with bloating and gas best.

INNA CODRU , AUGUST 10, 2018

Bloating is accompanied not only by unpleasant and even painful sensations, but can also cause aesthetic problems. We have a site about beauty, and a swollen belly can hardly be called an adornment of a female figure (with the exception of our cute expectant mothers 😊). So, for example, at one moment you discover that your favorite dress or skirt is somehow very strange "sit" on the waist, you stand on the scales in horror, but your weight has not changed. It becomes clear that this is the result of bloating. And yet, it happens that the state of health is so sluggish that you want to curl up and lie down until the pain in the abdomen subsides.

Some women suffer from it only during their period, but for many it can occur after every meal. In some cases, bloating can appear for reasons that you don’t immediately guess about, then it only remains to wonder what to do and how to remove bloating.

The good news is that you don't have to wait for the body to fix the problem on its own. We are not slaves to our hormones or physiological functions. You can reduce bloating, and you can do it quickly.

BLOAT, CAUSES

Before we get into tips on how to stop bloating, it's worth learning more about it. How does this happen and what are the causes of bloating and gas?

The first thing to know is that you are not alone. We all suffer from this from time to time. Approximately 10-30% of women in the world experience bloating regularly, and in some cases daily.

It's uncomfortable and sometimes painful. You are dealing with an accumulation of gas in the stomach, and this gas must somehow get out. And how often does he try to go out at the wrong time or in the wrong place?😏

What causes bloating? The most common reason has to do with the amount of carbs you eat. But more importantly, from the wrong type of carbs. Not all of them can be well absorbed by the body, so your little digestive tract fills up with gases.

Gas can also form from some of the high-fiber foods we eat. The problem is that fiber is needed by the body to keep the digestive tract working. It turns out to be an apparently unsolvable problem with two mutually exclusive components, and this can lead to certain disappointments. No wonder you want to find ways to get rid of bloating no matter what.

Some of the most common foods that cause stomach discomfort are beans, grains, and some vegetables! You can also get bloated from certain dietary supplements or carbonated drinks.

But the food you eat isn't the only reason you might be suffering from gas and bloating.

SWALLOWING AIR

This is one of the most common reasons. At first glance, this seems unlikely, more so for babies. They are great at swallowing air when they drink from their bottles. And they need help to remove this air, but this is a separate issue.

Adults have not been spared this problem either. We often eat or drink too fast and end up swallowing the air we are trying to breathe. And this air does not just quickly pass through the body. It enters the digestive tract and causes an accumulation of gases. They will sooner or later find a way out of our body, but before the gases do this, they will create bloating and all sorts of discomfort in our stomach.

Adults, by the way, can also swallow air while eating! Some often swallow air when chewing gum, while others, due to strong emotion, may swallow air along with saliva. You may even find yourself swallowing air when you drink drinks through a straw!

FOOD INTOLERANCE

Recently, the number of people suffering from intolerance to any food is only growing. More and more people in today's world are experiencing some form of food intolerance, more than a century ago. There are a number of potentially dangerous products, but we will not focus on this much today. Just be aware that one of the reasons for your bloating may be some foods that your body does not want to absorb.

If the body cannot cope with the food that you have eaten, then it turns into something for it that the body really wants to get rid of. The immune system is activated, then an inflammatory reaction begins, which leads to a violation of hormonal secretion and inhibition of all digestive processes. This is how the body solves the problem. This is very common in those who have dairy or gluten intolerance.

You can consume small amounts of this product (unlike those who have allergies instead of intolerance), but large amounts will lead to excessive gas formation and bloating. You may also experience other digestive problems, such as indigestion and diarrhea.

Surprisingly, many artificial sweeteners can also cause gas problems due to intolerance. This can be much more difficult to diagnose because you have to analyze all the food you eat first. The sweetener can often be hidden in the ingredient list of some foods, and you may even feel that the food you bought is bad for your digestive system.

One way to get rid of this problem is not to eat the food that causes it. This, of course, will not be a quick way to reduce the bloating that you already have, but it can help avoid problems with bloating in the future.

CONSTIPATION AND BLOAT

Constipation can also be one of the reasons why your stomach starts to bloat. Sometimes there can even be severe stomach cramps as the body tries to get rid of excess waste in your system. Constipation also makes gas difficult to pass, which often means that bloating won't go away easily either.

Sometimes it is difficult to get rid of constipation. You may need to take a laxative, but this can lead to more bloating as your digestive tract begins to process the medicine. You may need to eat more fiber to get your digestive system working again, which can lead to more bloating again!

Despite this, you will at least be able to restore bowel function again and stop the constipation that is causing the underlying problem.

CERTAIN DISEASES THAT CAUSE BLOADING

Some of us may have diseases that lead to bloating and excessive gas production. They can go undiagnosed for years, and some of these ailments don't even have a cure. In fact, doctors are still not sure why some diseases occur, and they have no answers on how to relieve the symptoms of such diseases.

One of the most common problems that cause bloating is Crohn's disease. It is also known as ulcerative colitis, and one of the main symptoms is stomach pain during flare-ups. These symptoms are not permanent, but a person may suffer from sudden and sudden bloating and abdominal pain from time to time.

Diabetes can be another cause of bloating and gas. A person with diabetes may also experience unexpected bloating from time to time.

PERIOD IN WOMEN

Bloating can be a hormonal response to your period. When your monthly cycle hits or right before it, you may find that your body is getting ready for it. The body around this area starts to become inflamed and you may find that your digestive system is simply not working properly.

This is often accompanied by some pain and cramps. This is a fairly common state, but this does not mean at all that it is convenient.

Your body, at this time of the month, will often try to retain water in the body. Which leads to swelling, including an increase in the stomach. And, sometimes, the best thing to do in such a situation is to wait for the end of the period of critical days and the stomach itself will return to normal.

So now you know what's causing your bloating, it's time to find ways to fix it. Let's take a look at a few natural and medical ways to reduce or even eliminate bloating.

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO GET RID OF BLOAT

Bloating, what to do: 1. DRINK MORE FLUID

Sometimes, just a glass of water or two is enough to cleanse your digestive system. The water will help flush out all the gas. There are two possibilities how this can happen when you drink water. First, water can push gases down through the digestive tract. The second is that gas can come out through the top, in the form of a burp.

Water, paradoxically, helps the body to quickly remove fluid, the delay of which is frequent during menstruation. You should aim to drink at least 8 glasses of fluid a day. Water can help you get your body in shape faster. It allows you to quickly "flush" toxins from the cells and helps the kidneys to remove them from the body.

There are also some teas or juices that you can consume, but we will get to those later when discussing home remedies.

Bloating, what to do: 2. IMPROVE YOUR DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

The next step is to analyze all the food you eat. Stop eating foods that cause bloating and focus on a healthy and more importantly balanced diet.

Let's say the fiber in vegetables is causing problems... then it's time to cut down on those foods and start eating more of the others. Or, for example, if you have determined that your favorite pasta causes bloating, then you will have to give it up for a while and switch to products that do not cause such inconvenience.

A simple question to answer to yourself, why am I doing this to myself? I learned that bloating is caused by certain foods. So it's time to put your health first, even if you have to limit yourself in your favorite dishes. Although many of us already have enough experience in restrictions, we probably have already gone through more than one diet 😄.

But still, fiber, for example, we may still need. If you have determined that it is constipation that causes your bloating, then it's time to help your intestines. Include more vegetables in your diet and drink plenty of water. This will greatly facilitate the work of your digestive system.

If necessary, take a little laxative to help your body this time. And after that, focus on drinking more fluids and eating more of the right foods to avoid constipation later on.

You should also avoid foods high in sodium. This type of diet leads to dehydration, and the body will try to retain as much water as possible. In the same way, the body can respond to inflammation and pain.

If you think that somewhere you are swallowing air anyway, then look for how this can happen. Stop drinking through a straw or, for example, avoid chewing gum.

Bloating, what to do: 3. CHECK YOUR DOCTOR

If you think that bloating may be caused by a health condition, then you need to see a doctor. This will help you find a solution to this problem, even if it means finding out that you have some kind of food intolerance.

Another plus may be that you can be prescribed those drugs that can really help. The medicine may be strong enough, but it will help your digestive system start working properly again.

Also, if constipation has become regular, and vegetables and water do not help, then be sure to consult a doctor to get qualified help.

Bloating, what to do: 4. ALWAYS CAREFULLY SEE THE COMPOSITION OF THE MEDICINES YOU TAKE

We know a lot of over-the-counter drugs in pharmacies that someone once advised us, or we know that they helped someone. These drugs are usually not very strong and cheap enough to try different options and find the ones that work well for us.

Care should be taken to know exactly the full composition of the ingredients of the medicine being purchased. You can pre-read about what side effects are possible before buying something, so that later you will not experience disappointment and regret the lost time and money.

Bloating, what to do: 5. TRY FOLK REMEDIES

While over-the-counter medicines can help with bloating, they may not have the best effect on your overall health. There is a problem of ignorance of the work of all chemicals contained in the medicine. How do you know what they are doing to your heart, brain, liver or other organs?

Folk remedies are most often natural, and they are much cheaper. You can use ingredients that you probably already have in your home. If you need to buy something, it won't cost as much as medications or trips to the doctor.

Some home remedies have helped women cope with painful periods, bloating from constipation, and even the pain of Crohn's disease and other conditions.

Here are just a few folk (home) remedies to try before you start buying any medications.

HOME (FOLK) REMEDIES FOR BLOAT

Start eating fruits with skins

Your body still needs fiber, even though it may be causing some bloating. You need about 25g of fiber per day to maintain gut health.

It is not necessary to eat only vegetables to get fiber. Start eating more fruits. Yes, there is a little more natural sugar and fructose, but still their content will not be as high as in pastries or chocolate. In fact, fruits are also loaded with exactly the vitamins and minerals your body desperately needs.

Eat fruits with skin. If you eat homemade apples, then stop peeling them and do not remove the skin from the grapes. Not only are you wasting time peeling the fruit, you're also removing a lot of priceless nutrients from the fruit.

You should also avoid too frequent use of freshly squeezed juices. Removing fiber from fruits means you are removing fiber. You just drink sugar and fructose! When you grind fruit in a blender, you retain fiber, so drinking green smoothies can be a great way to help reduce bloating and feel good while dieting.

Eat more potassium

Look for foods that are high in potassium. Bananas, mangoes, spinach, and tomatoes are great examples of high potassium foods.

The benefit of potassium is that it helps to get rid of excess fluid in the body. The water that the body tries to retain during menstruation will be quickly removed from it. You will get rid of these edema.

Potassium is simply an excellent remedy for removing any excess fluid accumulated for any reason. It's time to look for foods that have more of this mineral when you need to get rid of bloating quickly.

Add more water to your diet

And again about the benefits of drinking water. Water in your diet, as we have already written, is a great way to reduce bloating. You will be satisfied with your nutrition and will not feel bloated after eating.

Sometimes it is not necessary to drink only water. Try to eat more foods that contain a lot of liquid. It can be cucumbers, celery, watermelon, citrus fruits and more.

Such products are also good for cleansing the entire body. You will remove toxins and help your kidneys work better. At the same time, these foods have fewer calories, so you won't gain excess weight by enjoying them.

Bloating can lead to fatigue. By eating more water-rich foods, you will improve blood flow and feel like you have a lot more energy to last through the day.

Drink more herbal teas

This does not apply to black teas and most greens! We are talking about herbal teas, yes, yes, about those that your grandmother told you about in your childhood 😃. There are two main ingredients that you should use most often: peppermint and ginger.

Peppermint is very effective in solving our "gas" problems. It can also help soothe stomach upsets and help fight headaches and other discomforts. If you suffer from Crohn's disease, it can help reduce the discomfort you feel from this cause.

You see, peppermint has antispasmodic properties. Great for relaxing muscles. This also applies to muscle tension, which causes pain, and during pain attacks it is very difficult to get the muscles to relax. This is why many people find that after sleep the pain often disappears, and this is because they give their muscles the opportunity to relax in sleep and stop spasms.

Ginger is also great for relieving bloating and gas problems. Ginger also contains a certain amount of antioxidants that help calm the digestive tract and remove some of the toxins that cause inflammation and bloating.

Both of these ingredients are great for pregnant women and for those who suffer from any systemic diseases.

Today, you can buy mint in sachets at regular grocery stores. They are great for quick brewing. Steep a bag of mint for about 15 minutes. Do not add anything to this tea, especially sweeteners.

To prepare ginger tea, you can use hot water, grate fresh ginger into it. This tea can be pungent, so try adding some honey and lemon to soften it up. You can add the ginger right after the water boils and let it sit for about 10 minutes to brew. You can drink this drink before or after a meal to prevent bloating.

Bloat Remedy - Lemon Water

One of the healthiest drinks you can drink daily is lemon water.

It's easy to make: you just need to add lemon slices to a pitcher of water and drink this drink throughout the day.

Lemon cleanses and helps to get rid of toxins in the body. It also contains vitamins and minerals that will boost the immune system and reduce any inflammation in the body. Of course, drinking lemon with water naturally helps flush gas and gas-producing molecules from the digestive tract, thereby relieving bloating and stomach pain.

The good news is that you don't have to buy fresh lemons for this. If you have pure lemon juice at home, add a few tablespoons of the juice to a pitcher of pure water and you'll get the same benefits.

Eat slowly

Finally, make it a habit to eat slowly. Those who eat quickly are likely to swallow a lot of air. But it's time to enjoy the food 😋.

Plus, if you eat fast, you're more likely to overeat. You are not giving your stomach a chance to tell your brain that you are full. This leads to overeating and a feeling of bloat, which makes the person lethargic and fed up. In addition, you risk gaining weight because you eat much more than what your body needs.

Love to eat on the go? It needs to be limited as much as possible. Eating on the go pushes you to look for the most high-calorie foods and drinks. It also means that you are more likely to drink from straws (and this is a high probability of getting full of air 😄) and, perhaps, chewing food poorly, create problems for your digestive tract.

Grab a cup of tea or coffee, sit quietly and talk to someone while you eat. Be an attentive conversationalist, especially while you are chewing and swallowing, in this case you will not swallow excess air along with food. You will also eat exactly what your body needs, which will help you avoid overeating.

It's time to reduce the likelihood of bloating and take care of yourself if it does happen. We have seen that this is possible with both medications and home remedies by following the step by step guide above.