Stomach bloating is a common complaint by millions of people of all ages all around the world. Most of us have experienced that over stuffed feeling at one time or another; however for some people stomach bloating is an everyday occurrence that can make meal times a very unpleasant process.
(Fact: Irritable bowel syndrome can also cause serious stomach bloating. Treating digestive problems can be difficult and treatments should be discussed with your doctor. Some of the more common remedies include anti-spasmodic tablets, peppermint oil capsules and charcoal products. There are also a few new yoghurts that may also be helpful to you.)
Causes of Stomach Bloating
There are many factors and foods that can contribute to stomach bloating. If you are a sufferer you need to find out what is triggering your bloating in order to help you deal with the problem and treat it properly. For women, bloating can be hormone related issue and the result of a buildup of fluid especially in the week prior to menstruation. When an imbalance occurs in the body, excess fluid can build up in spaces between cells.
Abdominal Bloating Remedies
You might want to try cutting down on your salt and alcohol intake and increase potassium levels. Good natural sources of potassium include fruit (especially bananas), vegetables, pulses, nuts and seeds, milk, fish, shellfish, beef and poultry. You see what healthy eating can protect you from!
(Advice: This is may be annoying for some people but you might want to try it, to help find out what’s trigger you’re bloating. It involves following a strict, bland diet for a few days until your stomach bloating has gone and then gradually re-introducing individual foods and keeping a record of any reaction you may experience. Once the boating has returned you should be able to pinpoint the foods that are your triggers. Hopefully they aren’t your favorite food!)
