Posture and bloating: what's really pushing your belly out
A bloated belly often holds less extra gas than you'd think. Research shows your diaphragm and posture play a surprisingly big role.
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Straight answers about bloating, digestion and the gut after 40.
Do carbonated drinks cause bloating? What the research says
Bubbles add volume to the stomach, but the research on bloating and sparkling water is more nuanced than you might expect.
Does alpha-galactosidase actually help with beans and gas?
The enzyme behind bean-gas remedies has been tested with chili, cooked beans and high-GOS diets. Here's what those studies found, and where the evidence...
Sugar alcohols and your gut: what the research says
Sorbitol, maltitol, xylitol and erythritol hide behind sugar-free and low-carb labels. Here's how they affect digestion, and which ones tend to be gentler.
Constipation and bloating: why a slow gut looks bigger
Nearly everyone with chronic constipation feels bloated. Here's how slow transit drives distension, and what studies support for getting things moving.
How your body digests fat, and why rich meals can sit heavy
Fat is the most complex nutrient to digest, and it changes how your gut moves and feels. Here's the step-by-step process and why rich...
How to practice belly breathing for bloating and distension
In some people, a swollen belly after meals involves how the diaphragm reacts. Here's what the research found and how to practice belly breathing.
A holiday meal checklist for a gut that bloats easily
A before, during and after checklist for holiday meals, from onion-heavy sides to fizzy drinks to the post-dinner walk, with the research behind each...
How to swallow less air, step by step
Swallowed air mostly shows up as belching and upper fullness. Here's what research shows about air swallowing, plus a step-by-step plan to cut back.
Meal size and bloating: your questions answered
Is it what you ate, or how much? Straight answers on meal size, rich food, skipped breakfasts and whether smaller, more frequent meals help.
Upper vs. lower bloating: how to tell the difference
Fullness under the ribs and bloating below the belly button can point to different causes. Here's how the two patterns compare.
The other ingredients line on supplements: your questions answered
Fillers, capsule shells, sweeteners and colors live in the small print under the Supplement Facts box. Here's what matters for a sensitive gut.