A bloated stomach can be annoying, embarrassing and painful, and can be caused by any number of things, from medications to an accumulation of gas in the intestines. There are ways to reduce your risk of bloating, depending on the underlying...
There are several reasons why your face may appear bloated. These include a reaction to drugs, general obesity and water retention, which is usually caused by the foods you're eating. Drinking too much alcohol can also induce facial bloating. By...
Belly bloat can make your jeans fit uncomfortably and cause unsightly bulging around your waistline. Bloating in your stomach can be triggered by a variety of factors from poor food choices and lack of activity to a diet high in sodium or a lack...
Bloating and backaches are common symptoms that affect everyone from time to time. While most underlying causes are not serious, in some cases, these symptoms may signal the presence of a medical issue that needs attention. If you experience...
If you're taking vitamin supplements, you might occasionally notice that you're feeling bloated, and wonder whether the vitamins are to blame. While vitamins can't cause bloating, a mineral often included in multivitamin pills can slow your...
Feeling bloated after a workout can be discouraging, but there is usually a simple explanation. Most bloating is caused by a relative lack of sodium in the body -- a condition known as hyponatremia -- which leads to water retention. Other causes...
Psyllium husk is a soluble fiber available in products such as Metamucil and Fiberall. The husks come from tiny seeds of the Plantago ovata shrub-like tree. The most common use of psyllium is for relieving constipation, but the herb has a few...
Many people want to banish belly bulge. While lasting fat loss requires dietary changes and an increase in exercise, steps can be taken in the short term to minimize belly bloat. The key is to reduce gas and water retention and flush excess fluid...
Feeling bloated never is a comfortable feeling, especially if other gastrointestinal problems accompany it, such as pain, flatulence or changes in bowel movements. If you have noticed that certain foods seem to make you bloated, start keeping a...
Kids with bloated stomachs often suffer from malnutrition as a result of poor dietary intakes or other medical illnesses. Inadequate nutrient intakes, including the macronutrients -- carbohydrates, proteins and fats -- and vitamins and minerals...
Feeling bloated after a meal indicate that some of the foods or nutrients in your diet are making you retain water or causing excess gas production by the bacteria in your intestines. Many foods can cause bloating; keeping a food journal can help...
Feeling bloated is not only uncomfortable, but it could also indicate the presence of an underlying condition. Consulting your doctor is important if you regularly experience bloat, especially if it doesn't happen because you overeat. There are...
Bloating, defined as the accumulation of gas in the stomach, is characterized by a feeling of fullness and tightness in the abdomen. If you are bloated, the abdomen may appear visibly swollen. Some people experience bloating as a result of...
Bloating is that full feeling you get from pressure in the abdomen that's caused by a buildup of gas. Bloating can cause discomfort, and may make the stomach appear larger than normal. Bloating may be caused by a number of health conditions, but...
Too much sodium plays a role in looking bloated. Sodium causes your body to hold water, which can make your body seem bloated. This occurs through a process initiated by your sodium intake and relieved by the work of your kidneys. You can reduce...
Foods that make you feel bloated typically are those that cause gas or those which you have a hard time digesting. Some foods are generally harder for most people to digest, such as certain types of vegetables, and others may cause you problems...
Eating nutritious meals and exercising regularly won't protect you from developing a bloated belly. Gas builds up in your stomach and intestinal tract when it doesn't pass through belching or flatulence and causes your belly to bloat. Besides its...
Probiotics, often called good bacteria, can be beneficial to your health. They can help protect you from harmful types of bacteria and help with digestion. They are especially helpful during or after you take antibiotics, since antibiotics kill...
Bloating may be caused by water retention or gas. It may cause discomfort, making you avoid exercise. However, it is not only okay to exercise when you have abdominal bloating, it may actually help relieve symptoms. If you experience bloating for...
Intestinal parasite infections afflict one-third of the world's population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Intestinal parasite symptoms can be so mild that you don't even notice them, though in some cases they can...
Fiber is something of a double-edged sword. It aids digestion and offers several other health benefits; however, if you eat too much fiber at once without gradually increasing your consumption, it can cause discomfort, including bloating and gas....
Abdominal bloating after a workout can be a painful and discouraging experience, but it is not necessarily cause for concern. It might be what you are eating and drinking that is causing the problem, and making simple adjustments can remedy the...
Chewing a lot of gum can cause your stomach to become bloated from air your inhale during chewing. Stomach bloating is the result of trapped air in your stomach and intestines that can cause gas pains, excessive belching and gas. While bloating is...
Harvard University Anthropologist Richard Wrangham made the news in 2002 with his research into "Cooking as a Biological Trait." Wrangham put forth the possibility that human digestive tracts "no longer allow efficient processing of...
Bloating is a common symptom that can stem from numerous conditions, including constipation, premenstrual syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, overgrowth of bacteria in your abdomen and certain foods and eating habits. In addition to seeking...
The fullness, the uncomfortable feeling across your abdomen and gas pains can all be physical signs of bloating. While many people may experience bloating at one time or another, you may notice feeling more uncomfortable after you consume foods...
Bloating is a condition where your stomach feels tighter or fuller than normal. Swallowing air, eating too much, eating certain foods, having excess bacteria in the small intestine or being constipated can all potentially cause bloating. While...
Bloating causes several inches around your waist and a gassy overfull feeling. Bloating can be a tricky problem to resolve because it isn't a condition, but rather a symptom that something else going on in your gastrointestinal system. The key is...
Feeling full and bloated after eating can be due to the foods you consume or eating too fast, but if you experience it consistently after every meal, regardless of what you eat, an underlying gastrointestinal problem could be the cause. Several...
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