7 confirmed ways to get rid of bloating after large meals
Joy Onuorah
Stay hydrated
Hydration is so important for minimizing bloating. It keeps everything moving along smoothly in your digestive tract, which is essential for regular bowel movements. Constipation and bloating often go hand in hand.”
Go for a walk
Going for a short walk can help stimulate gastric motility and reduce bloating. Research has shown that a walk after a meal helps accelerate gastric emptying.
Don’t do alcohol
Alcohol can slow digestion and increase water retention.
Steer clear of carbonated drinks
According to Providence, you may think sipping a carbonated beverage will make you feel better by inducing burping, but all it does is add gas to your system.
The bubbles are to blame. When they get trapped in your belly, you get bloated,
Drink some tea
To keep belly bloat at bay, reach for some peppermint, ginger, or fennel tea.
Ease into a yoga pose
When feeling bloated, find some space to give your body a nice stretch.
“Gentle yoga poses like Child’s pose or Cat/Cow can help relieve abdominal discomfort associated with bloating,” Doyle says.
Avoid chewing gum
Swallowing too much air can lead to bloating and gas. Avoid gum so you don’t add any extra air to your system.
