02/11/2023
How to effectively stop bloating and flatulence?
Anyone who regularly experiences bloating and the associated abdominal pain will agree that it is not pleasant. Fortunately, there are several ways to reduce bloating or excessive flatulence or even get rid of it altogether. So, how is bloating treated?
What is bloating and what are its causes?
Bloating is an increased amount of gas in the intestines and is usually accompanied by a distended abdomen, excessive intestinal gas, belching, abdominal gurgling, cramps, or abdominal pain. Bloating is very common and occurs in up to 30% of the otherwise healthy population.
There can be many causes of bloating. The most common ones include eating bloating foods, talking and rushing through meals, or hormonal changes.
Best ways to reduce and stop stomach bloating
If you struggle with constant bloated stomach too, you're probably most interested in how to reduce the uncomfortable bloating immediately. Several recommendations help with a bloated stomach. What are they?
Limit foods that cause bloating
As we mentioned above, one of the common causes of bloating is eating so-called bloating foods. These foods contain large amounts of indigestible or poorly digestible ingredients. Examples of these foods include the following:
- Fruits: apples, pears, plums, peaches
- Vegetables: cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, broccoli
- Legumes: beans, peas, lentils
- Drinks: soda and other carbonated drinks
Eat smaller portions of food
In addition to adjusting your diet, you should also focus on changing your eating habits. Since large portions can lead to gas build-up in the intestines, leading to bloating and a feeling of fullness, experts advise eating in small portions. In addition, you should limit foods high in fat and salt.
Enough fibre
Eating enough fiber has been shown to help prevent bloating and constipation, and the vast majority of people are deficient in fiber. The recommended daily intake of fiber is 25 grams for women and 38 grams for men. But bear in mind that eating too much fiber or increasing your fibre intake too quickly can make bloating worse, so you should increase your fibre intake gradually.
Physical activity: walk, exercise or yoga
A walk can provide quick relief from flatulence and bloating, as it will get the bowels moving. Some yoga postures can also help to release excess gas.
Gentle abdominal massage
A gentle abdominal massage, especially one that follows the path of the large intestine, can also get the bowels moving. How to massage the abdomen properly?
First, place your hands just above the right hip bone. Massage the abdomen in a circular motion towards the right side of the rib cage and then continue across the upper abdomen towards the left side of the rib cage, finishing the massage by moving your hands slowly down towards the left hip bone. You can repeat this procedure several times. If the massage is causing you pain, it is better to stop it.
Warm bath
If bloating is associated with abdominal pain, a warm bath may relieve the pain. Moreover, relaxing in a bath reduces stress levels, and stress can also be a possible cause of bloating.
Teas for bloating: lemon balm, mint, or fennel
Herbal teas also help with a bloated stomach and other digestive problems. For example, lemon balm, mint, or fennel tea can provide an immediate relief from flatulence and bloating.
Avoid chewing gums
Herbal teas also help with a bloated stomach and other digestive problems. For example, lemon balm, mint, or fennel tea can provide an immediate relief from flatulence and bloating.
Probiotics: probiotic supplements and probiotic foods
Probiotic food supplements can also help support healthy digestion and affect involuntary flatulence. Probiotics help to regulate the balance of bacteria in gut,, which can affect the digestion and bloating. You can also get beneficial probiotics from your diet, for example from fermented vegetables or kefir.
Rule out more serious health problems
Bloating as such is usually not serious, but it can signal a disease, such as endometriosis or Crohn's disease. So, if you experience other symptoms along with bloating, or if the bloating is constant or extreme, consult your doctor.
Medicines for bloating
In addition to the above recommendations, over-the-counter medications offer an effective bloated stomach treatment.
Degasin® 280mg
Medical Device
For stomach and bowel problems, the medical device Degasin® Simethicone 280 mg provides relief by reducing the symptoms associated with bloating. Degasin in the form of orally taken soft gelatine capsules contains the active substance simethicone. It is a safe substance with anti-foaming effects that bring relief from bloating and flatulence. Simethicone acts on gas bubbles in the digestive tract by causing them to break down and be absorbed by the intestinal wall or pass away more easily.
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