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4 surprising causes of belly bloating

Learn how to ease bloating and flatten your belly.


LearnDigestive healthGut health4 surprising causes of belly bloating
Swallowing extra air
Feeling stressed
Eating cruciferous vegetables
Taking antibiotics

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Feeling a little puffy? There are myriad causes of belly bloating—from premenstrual symptoms, to overeating, to simply eating too quickly—but fortunately, bloating rarely signals something more serious. You can get relief, and assurance that you’ll be able to button your jeans again, by avoiding these unexpected sources of gas and bloating.

Written by Christina Donnelly.
Medically reviewed by Amy Gonzales, MD.November, 2024
Updated onAugust, 2026
Written by Christina Donnelly.
Medically reviewed by Amy Gonzales, MD.November, 2024
Updated onAugust, 2026
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