Bloating, which is usually caused by excess gas in your intestines, can lead to abdominal discomfort and swelling. When severe, bloating can make it impossible to wear tight-fitting clothing and can make it difficult to engage in some forms of...
Intestinal bloating occurs for a number of reasons and, depending upon the cause, can be temporary or long term. Regardless, it is uncomfortable and embarrassing. Bloating is often accompanied by other symptoms, including belching, flatulence,...
Certain vitamin and nutritional supplements are associated with gastrointestinal side effects that cause abdominal bloating. Some vitamins may cause gas, water retention or constipation -- any of which can cause bloat. Conversely, taking certain...
Psyllium is considered a dietary supplement high in soluble fiber. It's found in many bulk-forming laxatives that not only add volume to your stool, but also water. Together, this often makes waste pass more easily through your intestines....
Bloating causes many people to feel uncomfortable and become upset. However, having gas in the body is normal. The average person has 1 to 4 pints of gas in the body during a typical day, according to the National Institutes of Diabetes, Digestive...
Bloating, or a buildup of gas in the stomach and intestines, can be caused by stress, smoking, eating high-fat foods in excess, or an intolerance to lactose. More serious conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome or celiac disease can also cause...
Smoking can cause multiple health problems, including coronary heart disease, stroke and various cancers, including heart, lung, bladder, kidney, mouth and throat cancers. Smoking can also cause lung diseases, such as emphysema and bronchitis....
Bloating is a naturally occurring symptom when the body retains water. Bloating is the most common symptom of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), but it can also be a symptom of other illnesses or conditions. Bloating is a mild condition, even though it...
Bloating is defined as a feeling of fullness and tightness in the abdomen that may be accompanied by visible distention. Some people experience bloating as a result of underlying medical disorders, such as Crohn's disease or internal hernias, but...
Bloating, also called water retention, refers to abnormally large amounts of fluid that collect in the abdominal area. Certain foods, such as salty and high-fat foods, and dietary behaviors, such as eating quickly or in excess, may contribute to...
Probiotics are live microorganisms, similar to the ones found in your gut. You can take them in the form of supplements, as well as by eating certain foods. While you do not necessarily need to consume these, they can relieve certain digestive...
Caffeine is a type of natural stimulant that typically affects the central nervous system and may be found in many food and beverage items, such as coffee and chocolate. Side effects of excessive consumption of caffeine include insomnia,...
Yogurt is a common food that is used to prevent and treat gastrointestinal symptoms, such as bloating, gas and loose stools. According to AskDrSears.com, the live cultures found in yogurt can help heal intestinal infections, promote colon health...
Increasing your fiber intake can have a positive impact on your health, but initially you may develop digestive side effects. Metamucil is brand of soluble-fiber products, including powder supplements, pills and wafers, that contain psyllium husk....
Bloating occurs if you have an excess buildup of gas that is not released through belching or flatulence. Eating gas-producing foods, such as beans, cabbage and broccoli, is one cause of bloating, but consuming too much salt can also contribute to...
One of the most difficult aspects of powerlifting remains maintaining strength while making weight for competition. Cutting your calories often results in a loss of strength, and not cutting enough calories can result in you lifting against...
If you are uncomfortable after eating because you feel like your pants are getting tighter, your salt intake may be the cause of your bloating. Even if you do not add salt to your foods, many foods already contain a high amount of salt and can...
The term "probiotics" refers to living microorganisms such as bacteria, yeast and viruses that are often referred to as "good bacteria." These microorganisms are similar to those found in the human digestive tract, and many people believe they...
Bloating produces an uncomfortable, sometimes painful, sensation of fullness, usually after overeating or eating certain foods. Gas builds up in your stomach when it does not get released through belching or flatulence. You may experience bloating...
Your bones and teeth depend on calcium for growth and strength, and it is important for the function of your heart, nerves and muscles as well. You can get the calcium you need through food sources and supplements, but some of these can cause...
If you're like most Americans, you're most likely not getting enough fiber in your diet. A lack of fiber can lead to constipation and other digestive complications. Benefiber is a dietary fiber supplement brand that uses dextrin as its primary...
According to The American College of Gastroenterology, approximately 11 percent of the general population report feeling bloated regularly. Bloating is a tight, full feeling in the abdomen that occurs for various reasons. Air intake, constipation,...
Prilosec, also known as omeprazole, is a proton pump inhibitor. Proton pump inhibitors are drugs used to block or reduce the production of acid in the stomach, which enables the healing of sores in the stomach and esophagus. Prilosec is available...
Gas and bloating result from the breakdown of food in the digestive tract or simply because of swallowing air. Many people experience gas occasionally throughout the day. When gas and bloating occur often enough to interfere with daily activities...
A common burp, belch or buildup of gas is normal. Still, some suffer from excess symptoms associated with bloating and gas. The condition is socially embarrassing and often causes discomfort. Learning more about bloating and gas aides in treating...
If you feel bloated, it might be from eating too much fructose, a fruit sugar. Fructose is a common ingredient in many foods and it is found in the sweetener high fructose corn syrup.Your body slowly absorbs fructose in the digestive tract. If you...
Fiber sources in your diet can help you maintain bowel function. This is because fiber binds with your digested foods, helping foods pass through your intestines more easily. If you do not eat enough fiber, you can experience adverse symptoms like...
Supplementing with the amino acid tyrosine is not linked to side effects such as bloating. However, tyrosine is an essential component in two medical conditions that may result in bloating -- hypothyroidism and tyramine intolerance. In one...
According to the National Cancer Institute, a division of the governmental agency---National Institutes of Health (NIH)---bloating is commonly associated with or caused by intestinal gas, and described by people as a feeling of abdominal fullness....
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