After navigating through the Easter weekend filled with gatherings, family time, indulgence in party food, and alcohol, many of us are left feeling bloated and uncomfortable.
A bloated stomach can make you feel pretty uncomfortable during the day. Bloating can be caused by several things, including poor eating habits, such as eating too fast; carbonated beverages; foods that are gassy or high in lactose (onion, garlic, cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, legumes etc. can have unpleasant consequences) and during the holidays indulging in rich foods we don’t normally consume.
Important:
If you constantly have to deal with a bloated stomach, feeling too full, or gurgling in your belly, it can also be caused by a food intolerance. If you have the feeling that something’s not right, talk to your doctor.
GREEN TEA
Unsweetened green tea quenches your thirst, boosts your metabolism and can act like a prebiotic (non-digestible food fibres that stimulate the growth of good bacteria in your gut). You can drink it hot or cold.
WATER WITH A SLICE OF LEMON AND CUCUMBER
Spruce up boring water with a slice or two of lemon or cucumber. This adds variety and tastes amazing. Plus, it stimulates your digestion.
PEPPERMINT TEA
Peppermint has many positive benefits. It relieves cramps and relaxes the body. This makes peppermint tea the perfect drink for getting rid of belly bloat. The tea tastes best when you pour hot water over the fresh peppermint and let it brew for several minutes.
PINEAPPLE
Pineapple contains the enzyme bromelain. This reduces inflammation and stimulates digestion. A fresh pineapple frappé can thus help you relieve a bloated stomach. Plus, it tastes delicious!
PROBIOTICS
Making probiotics a regular part of your diet can help keep the bacteria in your gut happy, which in turn regulates your digestive system and reduces bloat. Foods like yoghurt, miso, and tempeh have the strains you’re looking for. You can also add a probiotic like Lactobacillus Acidophilus to your diet. Check out our current Probiotic range at the Gym shop.
If you suffer from regular bloatedness and need help with making changes to your current lifestyle get in touch with us to book your FREE consultation.
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