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Written by Nahir Abdel Nabi Thursday, August 17, 2023 07:00 PM

The feeling of fullness and discomfort after eating is one of the problems that many face. This may be due to the expansion of the stomach due to the accumulation of excess gases and fluids. Once the stomach has expanded enough, it puts pressure on the abdomen, causing a feeling of bloating.

Here are eight reasons why you may be bloated after eating. According to the gastroconsa website.

Causes of flatulence:

1. Overeating

Overeating is a common cause of bloating When you overeat and consume large amounts of food in one sitting, your stomach expands to accommodate the extra volume As your stomach expands, it increases pressure in your abdomen, which leads to bloating Overeating can lead to It also increases bloating by slowing digestion and increasing gas production in the digestive tract.

2. Eating too fast

Eating too quickly can contribute to bloating for several reasons. First, when you eat too quickly, you tend to swallow air which can cause pressure to build up in the abdomen. Swallowing excess air while eating also causes your digestive system to create excess gas, which leads to flatulence. Exacerbation of bloating.

Second, eating too quickly often leads to insufficient chewing. When food is not chewed properly, it can slow digestion and worsen bloating. Finally, eating too quickly can lead to overeating which also exacerbates bloating.

3. Eating carbonated foods

Eating certain foods can cause your digestive system to produce excess gas during digestion and make you feel bloated and gassy. Foods that produce more gas during digestion and lead to bloating include beans, lentils, broccoli, cabbage, onions, and soft drinks.

4. Food intolerance or allergy

Some people may experience a feeling of bloating after eating if they have certain food sensitivities or sensitivities. Eating sensitive or intolerant foods, such as lactose or gluten, can lead to bloating, gas, and other digestive symptoms.

5. Eat greasy, fried or greasy foods

Foods high in fat take longer to digest, which can lead to feelings of fullness and bloating after eating.

6. Eat a lot of carbohydrates

Although your body uses carbohydrates as fuel, eating too many carbohydrates at once can make you retain water, leading to bloating. Simple carbohydrates found in processed or refined foods such as white bread and candy can take longer to digest, contributing to feeling full. Bloating after eating.

7. Swallowing air

Swallowing air while eating too quickly or talking while eating can cause bloating in the stomach and digestive system.

8. Drink soft drinks

Soft drinks already contain air, so when you drink them, the air enters the stomach and can make you feel full and bloated. Although you may be able to burp some air out, some remains, and as it travels through your digestive system, it can become uncomfortable.

Helpful tips to avoid bloating

Eat small, frequent meals.

Avoid foods that usually cause gas or bloating, such as beans, soft drinks, broccoli, onions, and wheat.

Determine which foods you may be sensitive to and avoid them.

Eat meals slowly and completely. Chew your food.

-drink a lot of water.

Exercising regularly to promote digestion.

2023-08-17 16:00:00

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