Ways to get rid of bloating

Bloating is a feeling of fullness or pressure, sometimes with a visibly swollen abdomen. Swallowed air, constipation, fizzy drinks, large meals, and changes in gut fermentation can contribute. Recurrent symptoms can occur with Irritable Bowel Syndrome, lactose intolerance, food intolerance, or coeliac disease. Less commonly, infection such as giardiasis or Helicobacter Pylori Infection may need assessment.

Eat slowly, chew well, and try smaller meals. Reduce fizzy drinks and notice whether particular foods consistently trigger symptoms; keep a simple food-and-symptom diary rather than removing many foods at once. Gentle walking can support bowel movement. Treat constipation with advice from a clinician or pharmacist. Nutrition Counselling can help you make a balanced plan if food changes are becoming restrictive.

Arrange medical advice if bloating is persistent, repeatedly returns, or comes with unintentional weight loss, blood in the stool, ongoing vomiting, fever, or a change in bowel habits. Seek urgent help for severe or rapidly worsening abdominal pain, a hard swollen abdomen, or inability to pass stool or gas.

Ask which causes fit your pattern, whether testing for coeliac disease or infection is appropriate, and how to manage constipation or suspected food intolerance safely.