Seven Simple Ways… To Combat Bloating

We've all been there. You've just enjoyed a delicious meal, possibly over-indulged a little, and suddenly you're feeling bloated from indigestion. Although it's not considered a major health problem, anyone who has experienced it knows that indigestion can be extremely uncomfortable. As we head into the season of parties and nights outs, we thought it would be a good time of the year to offer some simple ways to combat bloating and it's causes... Strike a pose A couple of simple yoga postures can do wonders when you're feeling overly full. Sit with your legs crossed, inhale and exhale, then bend forward and lower your forehead to the floor. While you're still bent over, clasp your hands behind your back and stay in the pose for 20 seconds. Continue breathing throughout. Don't chew with your mouth open This one does exactly what it says on the tin. It's also best to avoid talking while chewing or eating too fast. This can cause you to swallow too much air, which can aggravate indigestion and cause bloating. Less is more Start eating smaller portions of food at meal times. Overeating is one of the primary causes of indigestion. Our bodies only have so many digestive enzymes to go around, and a the bigger the meal, the more acid our stomachs have to produce to help digest the food. Hell no H20! Another super simple way to combat indigestion and bloating is to drink fluids after rather than during meals. Drinking while you eat actually slows down your digestion process. Don't you just learn something every day? Don't eat before bedtime Try to avoid eating anything for at least two hours before you go to bed. Eating before bed gives our bodies immediate fuel to be used as energy, but we don't need energy at this time. If you are hungry at bedtime, go for a small healthy snack (like an apple or a slice of cheese) to satisfy you until breakfast. Listen to your body If you find yourself feeling uncomfortable after eating a certain type of meal, avoid it in the future. Spicy, acidic, fatty, fried and processed foods all common sources of indigestion. By listening to your body you'll learn what type of food works and doesn't work for you. Get out in the air If you're starting to feel the effects of indigestion or are bloated, one of the best things to do is to go for a walk. Gentle exercise will go a long way to soothe a stomach on the way to over-producing digestive chemicals.   If you're worried about indigestion this festive season, get your hands on some Maalox Plus Triple action formula. This established remedy provides fast relief from bloating, trapped-wind, indigestion and heartburn. Find out more at www.maaloxplus.ie