Relieving Bloating !

​What is good for relieving bloating?

-Rule Out Wheat Allergies or Lactose Intolerance

-Don't Eat Too Fast

-Don't Overdo Carbonated Drinks

-Don't Overdo Chewing Gum

-Watch Out for Sugar-Free Foods

-Limit Sodium

-Go Slow with Beans and Gassy Vegetables

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​DID YOU KNOW?

It’s found that ginger helps speed digestion, which is important because if your stomach empties faster, gases can move more quickly into your small intestine to relieve discomfort and bloating.

Other herbs and spices that may provide gas relief  include: Chamomile, peppermint tea and fennel tea. 

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Which Foods Cause Bloating ? 

-Beans. Beans are a type of legume

-Lentils. Lentils are also legumes

-Carbonated Drinks. Another very common cause of bloating.

-Wheat

-Broccoli & other cruciferous vegetables

-Onions

-Barley

-Rye

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You Can Reduce Bloating If You:

​-Eat and drink slowly

-Taking your time can help you swallow less air

-Avoid carbonated drinks and beer, they release carbon dioxide gas

-Skip the gum and hard candy

-Don't smoke

-Check your dentures

-Get moving

-Treat heartburn

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