Why Am I Always Bloated?
Bloating isn’t just about “eating too much.” For many people, it’s an everyday struggle that makes them feel heavy, uncomfortable, or even in pain.
• Common triggers: high salt packaged foods, fizzy drinks, eating too fast, excess artificial sweeteners
• Underlying gut factors: past gut infections (like H. pylori), IBS, low stomach acid, or an imbalance of gut bacteria
• Lifestyle habits: eating on the go, swallowing air when chewing gum, irregular mealtimes (common for cabin crew/shift workers)
Practical tips:
• Swap carbonated drinks for still water with lemon or cucumber
• Eat slowly, chew thoroughly, avoid chewing gum
• Include gut-friendly foods: natural yoghurt with the film on top, bone broth, well-cooked veggies
• Manage stress and sleep – bloating is not just “in the gut,” the nervous system plays a role too.
Final Thought:
Bloating is your gut’s way of saying something’s off. With the right tweaks, it can improve and you don’t need to suffer in silence.