Abdominal bloating can be quite disturbing, mainly when it is accompanied by cramp or pain. People suffering from bloating may find that their tummy looks swollen, bloated or tightened. The reason behind this may be as simple as indigestion or excess amounts of gas build-up in the stomach and bowel. Bloating is hardly a cause of concern if it is caused due to the following reasons;

Immediately after having food

Don’t get severe over a period of time

Settle on its own in a day or two

Bloating causes tightness and feeling of fullness in the abdominal area which may come with slight pain, belching, excessive burping and abdominal gurgles. It is usually caused by excess gas production or disturbance in the movement of the intestinal muscles. This condition is linked with a gastrointestinal problem like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Also Read: Digestive Disorders: 7 Ways To Improve Gut Health

The common causes include overeating, eating too fast and eating spicy and oily foods. In most cases, bloating is caused by the diet and food which you are intolerant to.

Mother nature has bestowed upon us with several natural ingredients that function well in providing instant relief from abdominal discomfort caused due to bloating. Also Read: 5 Herbs For A Healthy Digestive System



Let’s read about some simple and proven kitchen remedies for bloating:

Ginger

Ginger is a highly valued ingredient since ancient times for its indispensable medicinal properties and powerful digestive aid. It is best known to ease bloating, indigestion, belching and other gastric issues. The potent analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties of ginger aids to soothe abdominal pain and discomfort.

How To Use

Make a concoction by adding 1 teaspoon of dried ginger powder with one teaspoon of lemon juice to a glass of warm water, drink this concoction regularly to calm the tummy.

Caraway seeds

Thanks to the carminative, antiseptic, antispasmodic stimulant, tonic and astringent properties of caraway seeds that help in eliminating gas and prevent the formation of gas. The richness of volatile compounds like pinene, limonene and carvone are chief elements that are effective in treating bloating due to its amazing medicinal properties.

How To Use

Brew one teaspoon of caraway seeds in 1 cup of water for 5-10 minutes and drink this tea after having food to get relieved from bloating.

Anise Seed

Anise seed, prized as a carminative herb is an effective natural remedy to ease bloating. It works as a digestive aid and stimulant and provides relief from bloating, nausea, indigestion, flatulence and colic pain in newborns. Evidence also revealed that antispasmodic and carminative properties of anise seed are a perfect solution for bloating.

How To Use

Simply chew a few pieces of anise seed before a meal or mix 1 teaspoon of anise seed powder in warm water and drink this in the morning on an empty stomach.

Peppermint

Peppermint or pudina tea is a soothing and energizing that comes with a boast of medicinal properties. It is time tested natural remedies for treating several gastrointestinal health issues. It also possesses analgesic, spasmolytic and gastroprotective properties that aid in easing bloating, indigestion and other gut problems.

How To Use

Steep a few peppermint leaves with ½ teaspoon of honey in a cup of water and sip on this tea to calm the bloated tummy.

Chamomile

Chamomile is a proven natural remedy owing to its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effects on the gastrointestinal tract. The medicinal herb consists of valuable compound flavonoids and terpenoids that provide instant relief from bloating, nausea and abdominal pain.

How To Use

Blend 2 teaspoon of chamomile leaves in a cup of hot water, let it steep for 10 minutes, strain the water mix a teaspoon of honey and drink this tea thrice daily between meals to pacify the bloated tummy.