Bloating is the full feeling individual gets due to the retention of gas in the abdomen. Here are some tips that can prevent the discomfort:

1. Try to identify and avoid the foods that affect you the most. Some of the worst offenders for many people include beans, onions, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, artichokes, asparagus, pears, apples, peaches, prunes, sugar-free candies and chewing gum, whole-wheat bread, bran cereals or muffins, beer, sodas and other carbonated beverages, milk, cream, ice cream and ice milk.


2. Try cutting back on fried and fatty foods. Often, bloating results from eating fatty foods. Fat delays stomach emptying and can increase the sensation of fullness.


3. Temporarily cut back on high-fibre foods. Add them back gradually over weeks. If you take a fibre supplement, try cutting back on the amount you take and build up your intake gradually. Be sure to take fibre supplements with at least 8 ounces of water and drink plenty of extra liquids throughout each day.


4. Reduce your use of dairy products. Try using low-lactose dairy foods, such as yogurt, instead of milk. Consuming small amounts of milk products at one time and or consuming them with other foods also may make them easier to digest. In some cases, however, you may need to eliminate dairy foods completely.


5. Try smaller meals. Eat several small meals throughout the day instead of two or three larger ones.


6. Eat slowly, chew your food thoroughly and don't gulp. If you have a hard time slowing down, put down your fork between each bite.


7. Avoid chewing gum and eating hard candies. These activities can cause you to swallow more air.


8. Don't eat when you're anxious, upset or on the run. Try to make meals relaxed occasions. Eating when you're stressed can interfere with digestion.
9. Don't smoke. Cigarette smoking can increase the amount of air you swallow.


10. Try a cup of peppermint tea. Peppermint oil contains menthol, which appears to have an antispasmodic effect on the smooth muscles of your digestive tract. You may find that a warm cup of peppermint tea can provide relief from gas and gas pain. On the other hand, peppermint may contribute to heartburn and acid reflux.

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