Hi I am 36 year-old lady and slightly overweight. What would you advice for reducing a bloated stomach? Does salt in our diet play a role? Should I avoid salt? Sugary foods constipation acid reflux are some of the culprits that make a stomach bloat. A bloated stomach can invite many health-related problems. Cutting down on salt intake and focusing on a potassium-rich fiber diet can help in getting a flat stomach. Salt also plays an important role here. Too much salt in the diet contributes to edema and bloating. Stick to the recommended 1500 mg of salt intake a