Bloating is a common problem for the people who do not eat consciously. Developing a pot belly soon after the holiday season is common because of overindulgence of food. However, have you ever experienced bloating even when you have consumed normal portions of a meal? Severe case of bloating can cause the abdomen to swell. Here are some of the foods that cause gastric problems and bloating and the detrimental effects these have on our health:
1.
Grains
Whole grains, such as, rye and wheat contain a high amount
of fiber. However, even whole grains cause gastric troubles and bloating
because of the same reason. Since the grains contain a high amount of
indigestible fructose carbohydrate, it causes bloating. When the intake of
high-fiber content is increased, bloating may further lead to worst case
scenarios — diarrhea or constipation. People who have glucose intolerance can
have severe implication on the ingestion of grains. Their small intestine’s
lining can get damaged. Furthermore, even if you are not gluten-intolerant,
high content of insoluble fiber can undergo the process of fermentation by the
bacteria present in the digestive tract, which will cause gas. It is essential
to drink plenty of water when you increase the intake of fiber rich diet.
2.
Rice
Consuming white rice is one of the reasons why you may
experience your belly ballooning with time. This is because white rice is
highly refined and the proteins, nutrients and fiber have been scythed off.
Consequently, you may develop a bigger waistline alongside other cascading
effects of rapid digestion of white rice — spiking insulin levels, higher fat
storing capacity. White rice feels lighter —therefore, it is easier for a
person to indulge in overeating because of the lower satiety levels. Moreover,
rice contains carbohydrates. It is a well-known fact that carbohydrates attract
water. This, coupled with the low fiber content, causes the belly to expand. It
is essential that you pair high-carb meals with proteins and reduce the
portions. Also, simply by supplanting your diet with brown rice will make a
huge difference. However, remember that you will have to increase your water
intake with the high fiber brown rice, or else, you will suffer bloating.
3.
Pasta
Pasta is prepared from wheat, which means that it is rich in
starches — the main cause of stomach bloating. Red pasta sauce is composed of
tomatoes, which may cause allergic reactions in some consumers. The white
sauce, on the other hand, contains lactose. Some people are lactose intolerant.
This intolerance can cause stomach cramping, bloating, gas, or diarrhea.
Reheated pasta may also intensify the pain caused by IBS (Irritable Bowel
Syndrome).
If you experience the fullness of abdomen and a rotund belly
often, it is essential that you visit a physician and make sure whether
bloating is being caused by a medical condition, such as liver or gall bladder
problems, lactose intolerance, or bowel obstruction.
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DR. JESSE A. STOFF is an internationally renowned physician with extensive credentials in clinical immunology and holistic medicine. A graduate of New York Medical College , he pursued extensive post-doctoral training including a fellow- ship at the Royal London Homeopathic Hospital in London , England
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