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4 surprising causes of belly bloating

Learn how to ease bloating and flatten your belly.

Jan, 2026
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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 byChristina Donnelly.
Medically reviewed byAnn Wendling, MD, MPH.January, 2024

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