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Bloated Stomach
(Also known as abdominal bloating)
A bloated stomach is a common condition where the abdomen feels tight, full, and swollen, often accompanied by discomfort or pain.
You might be bloated if you have:
A feeling of fullness or tightness in the abdomen
Excessive gas or flatulence
Abdominal discomfort or pain
- Digestive issues such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or lactose intolerance
- Eating certain foods that cause gas, such as beans, onions, or cabbage
- Swallowing air while eating or drinking
- Constipation, which can lead to trapped gas in the intestines
- Feeling of fullness or tightness in the abdomen
- Excessive gas or flatulence
- Abdominal discomfort or pain
- Bloating that fluctuates throughout the day
- Avoid foods that trigger bloating, such as gas-producing vegetables or carbonated beverages
- Eat smaller, more frequent meals to aid digestion
- Drink plenty of water to help flush out excess gas
- Engage in light physical activity, such as walking, to promote digestion and relieve gas buildup
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