Bloating is the name given to the feeling of fullness or pressure in the abdomen after eating that makes us want to lie down on the couch. But scientists say that the most immediate and effective way to get rid of this discomfort is to take a deep breath, get up and move.
Bloating after eating
As long as the swelling is not due to any pathological reason, it can be reduced by following some simple rules:
Physical activity can help ease it, with experts recommending starting with a leisurely 15-30 minute walk after a meal.
Walking can speed up digestion promote gastric stimulation. In fact, a published study Southern Medical Journal suggests that low or moderate physical activity after a meal has a protective effect on the gastrointestinal tract.
Other leisure activities can also help. For example, yoga reduces IBS symptoms, including bloating, according to a published scientific study Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
Additionally, relaxing your nervous system through meditation can help your digestive processes run smoothly. after all practice deep breathing it not only helps us relieve stress. According to experts, it is a good tool to stimulate the motility of the digestive system.
Action that opens the gastrointestinal tract
A yoga session can activate a sluggish digestive system as it helps stimulate the digestive organs and strengthen the pelvic floor muscles located in the genital area and affecting bowel movements.
Try the cat-cow pose
- Sit on all fours with your hands directly under your shoulders and your knees directly under your hips.
- Distribute your weight evenly between your hands and spread your fingers.
- Inhale and lift your back up, creating an arch while lowering your chin and chest. Like a cat, you should feel a stretch from the neck to the “tail”.
- As you inhale, lower your back as far as it will go, lifting your head until it bends back, creating the exact opposite of the previous curve.
- Repeat as many times as you want from 5.
The movement in your spine and the breath incorporated into this pose will help release tension in your gut.
Although in most cases the swelling is not a concern, if it persists and is accompanied by pain, it is recommended to consult a doctor.