01/12It’s important to be aware of the effect of a certain food on your body

It’s important to be aware of the effect of a certain food on your body

You can try pinto beans and black beans as they are also easy to digest after soaking instead of beans. Beans are filled with fibre, but most beans contain sugars called alpha-galactosides, which belong to a group of carbs called FODMAPs. These are short-chain carbs that escape digestion and then get fermented by gut bacteria.

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02/12Dandelion tea

Dandelion tea

This tea is a great way to help with bloating as it stimulates bile to help break down fatty meals which causes you to bloat. It is also high in zinc, iron and magnesium and rich in vitamins.

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03/12Asparagus

Asparagus

Asparagus has probiotics that maintain the right balance of gut bacteria as it helps get rid of the discomfort. A compound found in the vegetable called asparagine, causes it to act as a natural diuretic.

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04/12Carom seeds

Carom seeds

Just a teaspoon of carom seeds with a pinch of rock salt can get rid of bloating. For indigestion and stomach pain, mix this combo with warm water. Consume this drink half an hour after you've eaten.

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05/12Celery and Fennel

Celery and Fennel

Celery and fennel act as diuretics which means they can help flush out excess water from your body. This means it'll help get rid of all the bloating that you're feeling. Toss some celery in your salad or crunch on it with some spicy salsa. You could even opt for roasted fennel to help get rid of the bloating.

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06/12Ginger

Ginger

Apart from being anti-inflammatory, ginger also has anti-spasmodic qualities. It is also said to have debloating properties too. You could try and grate it into your favourite marinade or you could top it as a garnish in your food. You could even drink it with lemon water.

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07/12Papaya

Papaya

Papaya contains an enzyme called papain which really works great in aiding digestion and the breakdown of protein. Team this fruit with grilled chicken by thinly slicing it and serving this as a mini meal. And if you'd rather opt for something sweet, cut it in cubes and shred some coconut on it.

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08/12Pineapple

Pineapple

This tropical fruit contains a digestion promoting enzyme called bromelain which can help food digest a lot faster than it usually does. You could slice up some pineapple rings and toss them on a grill to serve as a base for some chicken or you could just eat them for dessert.

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09/12Dairy products

Dairy products

As dairy products are considered highly nutritious and if you’re lactose intolerant, even dairy can make you bloat and cause other digestive problems such as cramping, gas, and diarrhea. So you can opt for plant-based milk, dairy products like yoghurt or lactose-free dairy.

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10/12Wheat

Wheat

For people with celiac disease, wheat can cause bloating because it has gluten. However, wheat continues to remain popular as it is used to make bread, pasta, baked goods. So better to avoid wheat and instead opt for oats, quinoa, buckwheat and almond flour in your diet instead.

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