Tuesday, October 1

Why the stomach can feel bloated, experts explain how to avoid it

The Johns Hopkins Medicine Center warns about constipation as one of the main causes of inflammation.
The Johns Hopkins Medicine Center warns about constipation as one of the main causes of inflammation.

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Arlenys Tabare

There are some people who express that without having eaten much, they immediately tend to feel bloated as if their stomach were very full. This swelling in the abdominal area usually causes discomfort, pain and discomfort.

It is not common for this bloating to occur after a moderate meal, it is possible that the cause of this ailment has its roots in several conditions that people probably do not notice with the naked eye and may be more complex than is believed.

The first origin of this inflammation is the gases accumulated in the intestine, According to the National Health Service of the United Kingdom, there are some foods and drinks that may be causing these airs, such as lactose, wheat, fructose, carbohydrates or legumes. Another reason is that the digestive tract is not working properly, causing constipation.

The Johns Hopkins Medicine Center recommends paying close attention to the problem of constipation and points out that it is important to find a way for the intestine to work properly, since by spending a long time without evacuating, the bacteria in the stool ferments causing bloating and gas to appear.

The imbalance of these “bad bacteria” overflow into the small intestine, preventing the proper functioning of good bacteria, which are responsible for maintaining harmony in the intestinal flora.

Another condition may be irritable bowel syndrome, Although it is not widely recognized, it is common in the population, among the symptoms are abdominal cramps, diarrhea and abdominal swelling, doctors recommend that people with this type of ailment do not eat gluten-containing foods.

Is it possible to reduce swelling?

The first and most recommended step is to visit a specialist and determine the cause. However, the UK National Health Service makes some recommendations to reduce inflammation. In the first place, detect which are the foods that when eaten generate the ailment.

Secondly, exercising, the good relationship that physical activity has for digestion has been proven, It is also possible that massaging the abdominal area in a clockwise direction greatly improves the feeling of fullness and releases gases.

There are foods rich in fiber and water that help reduce constipation, restore good digestion and restore intestinal flora. If you continue to suffer from inflammation, Avoid soft drinks, sugary drinks, chewing gum, spicy drinks, caffeine, alcohol and tobacco.

One of the recommendations that is most suggested for people who have irritable bowel syndrome is to learn to eat, take the time necessary to chew food very well, and avoid eating in large quantities before bed.

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