Bloating remedies?

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Every month without fail now I swell up like a balloon all over my body. Looks like I've gained half a stone. I haven't over eaten and I don't drink alcohol at all. I'm 31, sick of this every month. Any remedies people on here use?

Is it due to your menstrual cycle or hormones, or something else?

If it is to do with the menstrual cycle or the pill, look into changing your method of contraception, and doing more exercise. Doing lots of exercise stopped it for me but I came off the pill around that time too .

Regardless of what the cause is, you should probably speak to your GP.

I didn't get on with the pill despite trying different brands, but the mini pill was ok

Only thing that works for me is buscopan which you've probably tried?

Hormones might be cause but also... Our digestion is just super sensitive.

Here's some top tips to help with bloating

1. Chew (it's kinda the main bit of control we have)


2. Walk after meals (15-20 mins)


3. No eating while distracted / on the move. Eat mindfully (helps with chewing too)


4. Hydrate - we need 2L a day but your gut will thank you for it especially when you have your period

There's loads of great (and realistic) content on here too: www.gutwealth.co.uk/

Good luck!

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