12 Ways to Get Rid of Gas & Bloating

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Abdominal bloating is a condition in which the stomach feels full and tight due to buildup of gas in the small intestine. This can make the stomach area visibly swollen. Many times, bloating is accompanied by other symptoms like cramps, belching, pain, diarrhea, shortness of breath and lower back pain. Excessive gas can be uncomfortable and painful. As always, your doctor should be able to help you figure out if there is anything more serious going on.  Persistent diarrhea, significant changes to your bowel habits, and weight loss are signs that other more serious problems may exist.

The best way to avoid gas and bloating is to stay away from the foods that cause indigestion and gas like spicy and processed foods, fried foods and refined sugary foods. There are some other foods like Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, onions, broccoli etc. that are said to cause gas and bloating in some people. However, some dietary changes and few home remedies can bring relief from gas and bloating and also aid in digestion. Claire from Everyday Roots has written up a great page listing 12 natural remedies. Here is the link to the full list and tutorial:

12 Ways to Get Rid of Gas & Bloating