Why You’re Bloated: 5 Simple Fixes That Actually Help

Bloating is one of the most common digestive complaints I see, and in this video I break down 5 effective tips to help reduce bloating naturally. We cover aerophagia from eating too fast, FODMAP foods and fermentation, constipation, lactose and dairy intolerance, and how exercise can improve gut motility. If you deal with abdominal bloating, gas, fullness, or discomfort, these strategies may help you feel better and understand what may be triggering your symptoms. FODMAP Diet link: https://med.virginia.edu/ginutrition/... TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Bloating is one of the most common clinical GI complaints 2:40 Tip #1 - Reduced Aerophagia: slow down when you eat and watch out for carbonated beverages 4:35 Tip #2 - Watch out for common trigger foods such as FODMAPS 8:30 Tip #3 - Make sure any underlying constipation is being treated 11:33 Tip #4 - Cut out all dairy and watch for lactose containing foods 13:55 Tip #5 - Move your body. There is a direct correlation between movement and gut motility 15:20 Bonus tips - Chewing gum, drinking through straws, carbonated beverages, and probiotics may all worsen bloating 16:32 When NOT to ignore bloating 17:41 Recap and Conclusion DISCLAIMER: This video is for general information and educational purposes only and does NOT constitute the practice of medicine or other professional health services, including giving of a medical advice. NO doctor-patient relationship is formed. The use of this information and the materials provided in the video is at user’s own risk. The contents of the video are NOT intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and are NOT intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent disease. You should NOT delay or disregard obtaining medical advice for any medical condition you have and you should first seek the assistance of your healthcare professional(s) for any such condition(s). You should NOT make any changes in your health regime, diet, medications, or supplements, before first consulting your physician or healthcare provider and before first obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and prescription/recommendation from your physician or healthcare provider. Matthew Glover MD will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from use of the information contained in this video, including but not limited to, economic loss, injury, illness, or death. Furthermore, all content in the video is subject to change without notice, so the content creator assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of information contained. Please review all information regarding any medical condition or use of medications and/or supplements with your physician or healthcare provider.