Abdominal bloating is an issue many people face regularly. Bloating causes the stomach to look bigger and can often be painful. Moreover, the retention of fluid can also lead to bloating.  However, simple changes in daily routines can help decrease bloating. Exercising, getting massages, and taking supplements can help reduce bloating significantly.

Common triggers of bloating:

• Problems, such as constipation, food allergies as well as intolerance can create issues with digestion, which can, in turn, lead to bloating. 

• Diets consisting of a lot of sugar or salt or heightened or regular intake of fizzy drinks can also lead to bloating. This, coupled with a lack of fiber intake, can lead to an increase in bloating.

• Hormonal changes can also cause bloating. Women experience bloating before or after periods owing to the changes in hormone levels and water retention. 

Tips to decrease bloating:

Exercising: Physical activity can help significantly with bloating. Going for walks or practicing yoga can help reduce bloating by releasing excess gas and stool. Bowel movement is of extreme importance for those facing constipation. Specific yoga poses help stretch abdomen muscles and thus, decrease bloating.

Taking peppermint: Peppermint oil capsules can also help with indigestion and gas-related issues. Their manufacturers primarily market these for symptoms of IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). However, people also consume them to decrease bloating.

Massages: People can also try and massage their abdomen to help with bloating. A message directed towards the large intestine is significantly helpful in relieving bloating.

Increasing fiber intake: To decrease bloating for the long-term, one can gradually improve their fiber intake in their diet. Increasing the fiber amount in your body helps in preventing constipation and bloating. It is suggested that one progressively and slowly increases their fiber intake over a while.

Reduce Fizzy Drinks: It is advisable to reduce the fizzy drinks in one’s diet and replace the sodas with water. Carbonated beverages can build up the amount of gas in the stomach and cause bloating. Artificial sweeteners and sugar also add to bloating.

Thus, general lifestyle changes can help decrease bloating and other stomach issues. It is recommended to visit a doctor if bloating becomes worse or presents with other problems.