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Has your stomach ever felt more like a balloon than a food-digesting machine?
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Been there, felt that.
In the same way that there arefoods that cause bloating, there are also foods to reduce bloating.
First, why do you experience bloating?
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That means that a few simple changes can ease your discomfort and help you lose weight along the way.
Quinoa
Have you ever felt bloated or downright uncomfortable after eating pasta or bread?
You might have an underlying gluten sensitivity.
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“If you find out that you do, gluten-free starches like quinoa can be easier to digest.”
(ICYMI, here’swhat dietitians want you to know about gluten-free diets.)
Cucumbers also offer the flavonoid quercetin, which can helpreduce inflammationthroughout your digestive system.
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Yogurt
We’re not talking about the sweet, sugary froyo you snag at those multi-handle shops.
“It’s also high in potassium, a micronutrient we know helps to combat bloating.”
Kefir
If you don’t do dairy, consider yogurt’s cousin, kefir.
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The scientists attribute these belly-calming results to the prebiotics in the fruit.
Tomatoes contain high levels of lycopene.
Pro tip: Cook them to unlock way more lycopene than raw, though.
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Watermelon
Grab a slice or two.
Thanks to watermelon’s high water content, noshing on it can help minimize water retention.
“Watermelon may help flush out excess sodium from your body, which reduces bloating,” Batayneh says.
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Avocados
Guac on.
All of the healthy fats in avocado may prevent uncomfortable bloating.
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Turmeric
We have good news for all thegolden milkdevotees.
Ginger
Along similar lines, have you heard the rumor thatginger ale can ease stomach aches?
Brewing that root into tea works too.)
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“Ginger soothes for an upset stomach, which can help relieve the discomfort of bloating.”
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