Why It Happens

Feeling bloated after eating is often due to digestion inefficiencies, gut imbalances, or food sensitivities. While occasional bloating is normal, chronic post-meal distension signals underlying issues.

Overeating or Eating Too Fast: Overloading the stomach or gulping air stretches digestive organs.

Poor Stomach Acid or Enzymes: Insufficient breakdown of proteins and fats leads to fermentation.

Food Intolerances: Common triggers like dairy, gluten, or FODMAPs cause gas and bloating.

Gut Dysbiosis: Imbalances in good vs. bad bacteria ferment undigested food.

Slow Gut Motility: Weakened digestive movement allows gas buildup.

How to Manage

Eat Mindfully and Slowly: Chewing thoroughly reduces digestive strain.

Consider Digestive Support: Bitters, enzymes, or apple cider vinegar may help.

Identify Food Triggers: Track meals to uncover bloating culprits.

Strengthen Gut Health: Add prebiotic fibers, probiotics, and fermented foods.

Support Stomach Acid: Talk to your provider if low acid is suspected.

Post-meal bloating can be minimized by restoring digestive flow and balance.

Key Biomarkers

• Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)

• High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hsCRP)

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You Might Also Be Experiencing

• Bloating After Exercise

• Fatigue After Eating

• Bloating In Pregnant Women

• Bloating Before Eating

• Poor Sleep Before Eating

References

• Mayo Clinic – Gas and gas pains

• Cleveland Clinic – Bloated Stomach

• Healthline – Bloating