Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Updated: December 28, 2016, 7:00 PM
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We all know that eating gassy foods like cabbage or having carbonated beverages causes bloating. However, here are a few tips from expert Mrs Suvarna Sawant, Chief Dietician at Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre, Mumbai you should follow to prevent bloating, in addition to eliminating foods that cause bloating.
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Eat slowly: When hungry, all you do after grabbing a meal is to eat too fast and finish it within a minute. However, by doing so, you end up gulping down a lot of air as you eat, which causes bloating. Hence, ensure you eat slowly and take at least 30 minutes to finish a meal.
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Exercise regularly: In most cases, leading a sedentary life and not moving around after having a meal may result in accumulation of gas and bloating. However, a 10-minute walk or workout every day can go a long way in improving your overall health and also prevent bloating.
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Stay hydrated: The last thing you want to do when bloated is drink water. But that’s the trick as drinking water not only aids in digestion but also keeps bloating at bay. Also, make sure you do not use straws while drinking juices as it causes you to gulp down air increasing your risk of bloating.
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Up your intake of fibre: A fibre rich diet not only ensures your weight is in control but if not balanced with proper water intake can cause bloating. Hence, slowly increase the intake of foods rich in fibre in your diet to prevent indigestion and bloating.
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Avoid smoking: If you are a smoker, then quit smoking as inhaling smoke causes you to swallow more air, thereby leading to excessive gas accumulation in the stomach, causing bloating.
