Causes aside, we think we can universally agree that bloating is a drag.
You feel sluggish, your skirt that fit perfectly this morning is digging into your waist, and uncomfortable cramps are a popular side effect.
Luckily, bloating isn’t an unavoidable condition. Between targeted exercise moves and diets, bloating can be dealt with, if not altogether side-stepped. Certain foods can help out, too.
Whether it’s high-acid fruits, or diuretic vegetables, here are five (delicious!) items to fold into your meals for banishing bloat.
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Pineapple
Pineapple
Tropical and sweet, fresh pineapple contains an enzyme called bromelain, which aids digestion by breaking down the proteins in meat.
Asparagus
Asparagus
As a diuretic and prebiotic, asparagus flushes toxins from your system and works to improve nutrient absorption.
Cucumber
Cucumber
As well as treating inflamed skin, cucumber’s dietary fibre and high level of erespin (which helps break down proteins) makes it the superhero of digestive health.
Green tea
Green tea
Used for thousands of years as a digestive, green tea contains tannins including polyphenol, an antioxidant scientifically proven to have anti-inflammatory qualities.
Lemon
Lemon
As it’s similar to the atomic structure of digestive juices found in the stomach, lemon juice promotes a healthy functioning gut and detoxes the bowel.
