Avoid These 5 Habits That Cause Bloating
It is not always gases that cause bloating. While stored fat can be a cause, most women who suffer from bloating have other causes for this problem.
You have probably discovered that your stomach is flat in the morning and your figure is the way you want it; but as the hours go by, you find that your stomach gets bloated to the point that your clothes get tighter than normal. Do you know what is causing this problem?
It could be that your digestive tract has excess air as a consequence of poor eating habits, or you have ingested certain foods that can cause irritation. To combat this annoying bloating, it is very important to find out these habits and do everything to get rid of them.
Food allergies should not be overlooked as in addition to causing bloated stomach can also cause other health problems. If you think you are immune to food allergies, think again, especially when you find that your stomach is swollen. For example, people suffering from wheat intolerance cannot digest gluten and as a result, they have digestive problems that may involve swelling and bloating. Something very similar is happening to people suffering from lactose allergy.
What is the solution? Go to a specialist and ask for a food sensitivity test. If the results are positive, it is important to change your diet and avoid these foods.
Processed foods contain large amounts of sodium and other substances that have no benefit to your stomach. Sodium is one of the main causes of fluid retention in the body, which is another cause of bloating. This also applies to the foods disguised as “healthy” such as “Light” or “Zero”, which in fact still contain large amounts of sodium and other unhealthy ingredients.
What is the solution? Choose natural foods and homemade food. Eat more fruits, vegetables and whole grains that contain much less sodium or are even completely free of sodium.
It is very important to eat in moderation and to chew your food thoroughly, as by eating quickly you will swallow air without detecting it, which can also cause bloating. Many people do not spend enough time eating in a healthy way and for this reason their stomach will look constantly bloated.
What is the solution? It is very important to chew your food thoroughly and to eat at a slow pace to get a better digestion and to avoid the accumulation of air in the stomach.
Carbonated sodas and beverages can refresh and satisfy us when we are thirsty. However, they are not the best choice for our body as they have no nutritional benefits and they contain substances that give air in the stomach and cause various other digestive problems. The gas that gives the bubbling sensation is responsible for an immediate swelling of the stomach. In addition, the artificial sweeteners can also cause an bloated stomach.
What is the solution? Avoid consuming carbonated beverages and choose to drink more water and natural juices instead.
A big mistake that many people make is eating before bed. Dinner is a main meal that should be eaten at least two or three hours before going to bed and it should be light and easily digestible. Eating before going to bed is a habit that can cause weight gain and inflammation in the body. Eating just before bedtime inhibits good digestion and can cause problems such as constipation.
What is the solution? Eat at least 3 hours before going to bed and especially light foods. If you have no other choice, just eat a little bit of fruit or yogurt. Remember that the most important meal of the day is breakfast. Therefore, eat a good breakfast and only a light dinner to get a better digestion.
If you want a flat stomach, it is very important that you change any bad habits. You also need to improve your diet, be more physically active and increase your water intake. A healthier lifestyle will not only help you get a flatter stomach, but will also improve your entire figure and especially your health.
