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Who here struggles from looking 5 months pregnant after eating?! 🙋🏼♀️ I used to struggle so hard with bloating for years, but it wasn’t until I started my fitness journey when I really searched for some answers to WHY it was happening 🙇🏼♀️
So if you’re struggling with bloating like I was, here are a few key players to look into to fight that bloated belly full force 👇🏼
🤭 CHEW YOUR FOOD! I got used to just inhaling my food over my many years waiting tables and never getting a break to eat. But swallowing half chewed food is a super easy to cause bloating, since you’re forcing your stomach to break down much larger bites than it should. Where are my fellow servers at? I’m sure you feel me on this.
🥤 Reel in your carbonation/gum usage. I love a Coke Zero as much as the next girl, but hear me out here: carbonation=air bubbles and air bubbles in your abdomen causes it to push out. gum=swallowing air, which can also cause bloating. I try to limit my carbonation/gum intake to one a day to spare myself some discomfort while also curbing my sweet tooth
🥦 Fiber is KEY. With my clients we aim for a 25g per day minimum to make sure digestion stays in line through every phase they’re in. Too much or too little fiber will cause gas pain and constipation which leads to a protruding abdomen. Just another reason to get in fruits + veggies!
🍫 Sugar = inflammation. If your diet is made up of processed foods and high sugar treats, this will cause your body to swell in response!
💦 Crank up your water intake! It’s true what they say: “the more you drink, the less you hold” so if you’re not already getting in your gallon every day, here’s even MORE of an incentive to toss it back
❕Keep in mind here: feeling full after eating is NORMAL, feeling like you just had a thanksgiving dinner every time you eat is NOT 🙅🏼♀️
Ultimately if this is something you’re struggling with consistently, go see a doctor. They can help you rule out any intolerances or chronic conditions which could be the underlying cause of your discomfort 🙌🏼
Who wants to know the fastest way to stop bloating? 🤰🏼👇🏼