Home Remedies for Bloated Stomach

The feeling of a bloated stomach is described differently by different individuals. In general, it can be described as a feeling of fullness without any reason. In other words, even though you have not eaten anything or had a small meal, still the stomach seems to be completely full. Basically, it is a digestive problem.

During digestion, the foods that we eat are processed in the stomach and small intestine. Then, the leftover waste products pass into the colon for excretion. Some of the stomach contents are passed into the colon in unprocessed condition which are then fermented by bacteria in the intestine and gas is produced.

This is absolutely normal and the gas thus, produced is not going to bother you. However, when for some reason, the digestion process becomes slow, the production of gas increases and you start feeling discomfort in stomach. It is characterized by tightness in the abdomen and chest, abdominal swelling, cramps, frequent burping, hiccups, nausea, and so on.

You may have noticed that you get stomach bloating after eating fatty foods and spicy foods. This is because these foods put a lot of pressure on the digestive system and the digestion process slows down. Other factors that increase gas inside the digestive tract are as follows:

• Irregular eating habits like eating at odd hours.
• Eating too fast without chewing the food properly.
• Using straw for drinking beverages and chewing gum may result in excessive swallowing of air and cause stomach bloating.

• Intolerance towards certain foods such as dairy products or protein gluten.
• Excessive consumptions of vegetables that tend to produce more gas such as cauliflower, cabbage, garlic, onion, etc.
• Gastrointestinal problems like constipation and irritable bowel syndrome.

You can get rid of this condition, if the accumulated gas in the intestine is released. There are some ingredients that are easily available in our kitchens and can help in passing intestinal gas. They are as follows:

The quickest remedy available is water. Instead of cold water, drink a glass of warm water. This will promote contraction and relaxation of the muscles on intestinal walls. Thus, it aids in faster digestion of the food and reduces the production of gas.

This unique combination is believed to work wonders on this medical condition. Take an inch of ginger root and cut it into thin slices. Squeeze out juice from a lemon in a small bowl. Now, soak the ginger slices into the lemon juice for one hour. Have one or two ginger slices soaked in lemon juice to relieve the bloated feeling. You can also store this in the refrigerator and use it as and when required.

Asafetida helps a lot in faster elimination of stomach gas. You can use it in many different ways. You can simply add a pinch of asafetida in a glass of water and drink it. In another method, you need black salt, cardamom powder, dried ginger powder, and of course, asafetida. Mix equal quantities of all the powdered ingredients and store in a small jar. Take half a teaspoon of this mixture whenever experiencing this condition.

Cinnamon can cure an extreme stomach bloating. Put one teaspoon of finely grounded cinnamon in a glass of water and stir it well. Then, add one teaspoon of honey to it and drink this mixture for quick relief.

Chamomile tea has a soothing effect on a distended stomach. Prepare the tea by soaking a teaspoon of dried chamomile in a cup of hot water for about 5 minutes. Then, strain out the liquid and drink it to calm down the stomach.

Nothing is more annoying than a bloated stomach accompanied by pain and cramps in the abdomen. For a soothing relief from this condition, you can drink a cup of fennel tea. To prepare the tea, you have to brew a tablespoon of fennel in a cup of water. If required, you can take the tea a number of times throughout the day until you get a complete relief.

If you are experiencing this problem quite frequently, then it indicates that your digestive system is overloaded with work and it needs a break. That does not mean that you have to stop eating, but make sure to consume some easily digestive foods so that the system can relax a bit.

Moreover, eat foods with soluble dietary fiber and drink plenty of water, fresh fruit and vegetable juices, as they help a lot in the digestion of food. Stay away from all such foods that are difficult to digest, such as spicy foods, oily foods, and sweets.

Disclaimer: This story is for informative purposes only, and should not be used as a replacement for expert medical advice.