That sudden feeling of bloating right after a good meal can ruin the whole experience. And if it is accompanied by acidity, nausea and other gastric issues, it sends us on a guilt trip. But let us tell you, eating delicious food is not wrong, it is what you eat and how you eat that may lead you to such dreadful aftermaths. Do you also feel bloated almost every meal? There must be something you are doing wrong. To help you put a finger on it, here we are revealing some common mistakes while eating that may make you bloat soon after.
On an Instagram post, certified fitness trainer and diet expert Somya Luhadia pointed out some diet mistakes that often cause bloating. Are you also guilty of making these mistakes? It's time to put a stop on it.
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Here're 3 Reasons Why You Feel Bloated After Eating:
1. Eating Too Fast:
When you eat too fast, you swallow more air, which can cause bloating and gas. Slowing down to properly chew your food helps to break down larger particles of food into smaller ones, aiding digestion.
2. Too Spicy Food
When red chilli powder exceeds the daily requirement of the day, it can cause acidity and, thus, bloating.
3. Too much Salt And Soda
High sodium intake has severe effects on health; one of them is gastrointestinal issues that can lead to acidity & bloating!
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How To Get Relief From Bloating:
If certain foods cause bloating, there are some others that may help alleviate it. You can have a bowl of curd, chew on a few fennel seeds, have a banana or cucumber or just sip on warm herbal tea.
Suffering from stubborn acidity or flatulence? Here are some easy tips that may help you feel better.
A healthy diet goes a long way in keeping us in good health. Eat the right foods and eat them properly. Remember not to eat too late at night, close to bedtime and keep yourself physically active to stave off all kinds of digestion problems.