My Top 8 Remedies For Bloating
Hey guys!
Alright. ‘Tis the season for heavy, sodium-loaded, DELICIOUS comfort foods.
And that really means….’tis the season of feeling bloated alllllllll the time. Because of course we’re not going to avoid all of the holiday goodies, right?! Luckily, there are some things we can do to enjoy the season, enjoy the yummy foods we look forward to all year, AND avoid being so bloated the next day (or week).
Here are some of the BEST remedies for bloating.
1. Water
I know, I know. You’re stuffed and you feel like a balloon. The last thing you want to do is put MORE in your stomach. But drinking water is key for major bloating damage control. TRUST ME.
It will help restore your sodium balance so your body chills out a little when it comes to holding onto extra water. Staying hydrated will also prevent constipation. Very important.
Don’t go chugging a gallon of water though. That probably wouldn’t feel great. Take frequent, small sips!
2. Probiotic Foods
These foods are especially helpful if you know you’re prone to bloating, or if you know you’ll be indulging in some foods you’re particularly sensitive to.
Foods with probiotics (AKA good gut bacteria) like yogurt, kimchi, kombucha, sauerkraut, and tempeh help balance your gut bacteria. An imbalance with too much “bad” bacteria can cause bloating and a lot of other unpleasant digestive issues.
3. Bananas
Bananas are an amazing source of potassium, which can help balance the excess sodium in your body and relieve some of the water retention that causes bloating. Bananas are also great for preventing/relieving constipation!
4. Ginger
Ginger has been around as a natural remedy for tummy troubles for a looooong time. A lot of people swear by it for nausea, but it can help calm your digestive system when you’re bloated, too. Besides its calming effect, ginger is also anti-inflammatory.
The best way to use ginger as a remedy for bloating might be ginger tea. You’ll get the benefits of ginger, plus the added digestive benefits of a warm beverage. You can also add a little lemon juice – it’s known to stimulate digestive enzymes to get rid excess salt and yep – bloating.
5. Warm Tea
Tea is great for soothing your digestive system, and many types of tea also help reduce inflammation! I mentioned ginger tea as one of the best remedies for bloating, but some other amazing teas that help relieve bloating include:
- Peppermint tea
- Green tea
- Fennel tea
- Lemon balm
- Chamomile
6. Gentle Movement
I never really feel like working out when I’m super bloated, but I know that gentle movement is seriously helpful.
Walking gets your blood flowing and helps the process of digestion.
Yoga is especially helpful, especially twisting poses. Twists specifically work really well for bloating because they stimulate circulation and the digestive system!
7. Stay Upright
I know you want to lay down. But don’t lay down. Staying upright will help gravity do it’s thing so you can feel better faster.
8. DON’T do these things!
Don’t sabotage these remedies for bloating! Avoid things like:
- Chewing gum (this makes you swallow more air, which can contribute to bloating)
- Drinking a carbonated beverage
- Eating another big meal, and/or eating fast
- Eating “sugar-free” foods with sorbitol
- Eating foods known to cause bloating like legume and cruciferous veggies (broccoli, cauliflower etc.)
At least until you feel better! What are your fave things to do to avoid and remedy bloating?
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I um, just drank a carbonated drink…
I chew gum every day!!!!!!!!!!!
NOT THE GUM…
thanks…i experience bloating…a lot…would try this out
I thought broccoli helped with bloat???
My husband is bloated iam doing something help trying to get real of it
Thanks for this interesting article Cassie !!!
Hello! I’ve been reading your blog for a long time now and finally got the bravery to go ahead and give you a shout out from Humble Tx! Just wanted to mention keep up the good job!
I want to eat a diet with beans and vegan options, this makes my stomach hurt so much and I am very bloated. What do I do to prevent this?
Hi B.C!
When I have beans and more natural foods (like vegan options), I try to have room temp lemon water or hot lemon water with my meal and I take a gas prevention pill before eating and a bloating aid pill after, only because my sensitivity and bloating is sadly pretty bad.
I hope either one or all of these things work for you! <3
Why am I getting bloated after eveytime I eat no matter what it is. Normally it’s after dinner if I have a big or small meal my stomach is always huge and it’s very uncomfortable and painful. Why is it happing?
Low stomach acid. I curred the same problem wirh apple cider vinegar. Mix it wirh honey and water and drink before meals. Been doing this for 6 years.
Hii cassey!
Thank you so much for these remedies. I m always bloated but now m gonna try out these. But i just also wanted your help regarding the fat in my thighs. That fat in my inner thighs and outer thighs with hip dips makes me feel so insecure and i gradually lose my confident. Although j achieved my goal for slimming my waist then i tried to the same for my thighs (inner thighs especially) but its been 7 months and i cant see good results. I even workout for 6 days out which i dk cardio cor 5 days and also eat real and healthy foods but still…
Kindly help me with this Cassey.
I will be highly obliged.
Thank you so much for these helpful advices 😍
Thanks for this interesting article Cassie !
Glad you liked it!!
Stay upright? That doesn’t help with my particular digestion. I want to fold forward so that it massages my ascending and descending colon.
Yes everyone is different but usually staying upright or moving can help digestion move along. For some, laying down right away can feel heavy! Glad you found that forward folds help for you!
how do i know if im boated or just have some serious belly fa? lmao really
belly fat is when you feel squishy, or that can be water retention too. bloating is when your stomach feels hard bc it’s just expanding
ohhhh thanks maddy! i gotchu
Hahaha my struggle too
😂😉
Nice article. Very helpful
Green tea also makes a nice digestive if you’ve eaten too much and the caffeine can help keep you vertical when all you want to do is lie down.
Thanks So So Much Cassey! You’re The Best! From Your Longtime Subscriber Stephanie 😇💜💛
belly fat is when you feel squishy, or that can be water retention too. bloating is when your stomach feels hard bc it’s just expanding