Why It Happens

Bloating in men is often underrecognized but common — tied to stress, alcohol intake, gut flora shifts, and aging metabolic changes. Addressing it early protects both gut and overall health.

Higher Alcohol Consumption: Irritates gut lining and feeds bad bacteria.

Stress and Workload Pressures: Chronic cortisol constricts gut motility.

Protein Intake Patterns: Overemphasis on processed meats can slow digestion.

Reduced Digestive Enzyme Production: Especially with age or poor diet.

Decreased Gut Diversity: Less fiber and greens reduce microbiome balance.

How to Manage

Moderate Alcohol: Reduce gut inflammation triggers.

Focus on Plant Variety: Fiber feeds gut bacteria and improves motility.

Hydrate and Add Digestive Enzymes if Needed: Support food breakdown.

Manage Stress Strategically: Stress reduction directly improves digestion.

Move After Meals: A walk stimulates better digestion flow.

Men’s gut health thrives when digestion, movement, and microbiome care align.

Key Biomarkers

• Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)

• High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hsCRP)

Expert-Backed Reads

• Heard of hsCRP? Test for This in Your 30s To Live Longer

• ESR (Sed Rate) Test: Detect Chronic Inflammation and Improve Longevity

• A Guide on hs-CRP Test for Inflammation and Heart Health

You Might Also Be Experiencing

• Bloating During Menopause

• Bloating Under Stress

• Bloating In 30S

• Bloating With Anxiety

• Bloating During Fasting

References

• Mayo Clinic – Gas and gas pains

• Cleveland Clinic – Bloated Stomach

• Healthline – Bloating