Bloated After Eating: Causes and What You Can Do About It

You've just eaten and your stomach starts to swell. Bloating, cramps, discomfort — a bloated feeling is not only unpleasant, it can also affect your daily life. What's behind it?

What Exactly Is a Bloated Feeling?

A bloated feeling occurs when there is too much gas in the stomach or intestines. This can be caused by swallowing air while eating, but also by the fermentation of food in the intestines. The result is a feeling of pressure and fullness.

Common Causes

Fast eaters swallow more air. Carbonated drinks, legumes, cabbage and onions produce extra gas during digestion. Lactose intolerance and gluten sensitivity are also well-known triggers. Stress slows digestion and worsens symptoms.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Do You Recognise It?

IBS is a chronic condition in which the intestines react hypersensitively to stimuli. Symptoms include alternating bowel habits (diarrhoea and/or constipation), cramps and persistent bloating. IBS affects an estimated 10-15% of the population, more often women than men.

Foods That Help (And Foods That Make It Worse)

Avoid high-FODMAP foods such as apples, pears, garlic and wheat if you are sensitive. Ginger, peppermint and fennel are known for their soothing effect on digestion. Small, regular meals are better than large portions.

Fast Relief: What Works?

Moving after eating helps move gas along. Peppermint oil relaxes the intestinal muscles. Simethicone breaks down gas bubbles so they can be expelled more easily — a proven and safe remedy for fast relief.

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