Bloating

Abdominal bloating occurs when there is a buildup of gas in the small intestine and thereby makes you feel full and tight in your stomach.

Everyone will experience this bloating at any point of time, which is caused mainly due to overeating, constipation, water retention, over swallowing of air, fatty foods, high sodium meals, carbonated beverages, etc.

It exhibits certain symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal cramps, belching, difficulty in breathing, etc. This makes your tummy swell up and look bloated.

Don’t worry, as it is not a serious health problem but it makes you feel embarrassing. There are many simple home remedies available for treating this bloating.

Here in this article, we will know how to clear this bloating with tea. Surprised? Yes, you can beat this bloating with some amazing herbal teas.

Best Teas to Clear Bloating:

So, let’s have a look at them and try it to clear your bloating problem along with its symptoms.

Tea – 1: (Green Tea)

Green tea acts as a natural diuretic that helps to reduce bloating. It also increases the output of the urine and thus reduces excess water to clear water retention. It not only reduces bloating but also its symptoms like abdominal cramps, feeling full in the abdomen, swelling, etc.

• Prepare a green tea by steeping 1 green tea bag in 1 cup of hot water for 5 – 10 minutes.
• Dip the green tea bag thoroughly in water and drink the warm tea by adding a little honey or lemon juice (optional).
• Regular intake of this green will help you to get rid of bloating (or) simply drink this green tea while suffering from bloating.

Note: Or if you have dried green leaves then steep 1 teaspoon of these leaves in 1 cup of hot water for 5 minutes and strain it to drink it. You can add a little honey or lemon juice in this tea before drinking.

Tea – 2: (Ginger Tea)

Ginger has 2 pungent compounds called gingerols and shogaols that relieve your abdominal pain and other discomforts caused by bloating. It increases the production of saliva, bile and other gastric juice for proper digestion and to beat bloating.

Check out How Ginger Tea relieves your Bloating.

Tea – 3: (Fennel Tea)

Fennel tea is the best tea to treat many digestive disorders like GERD, heartburn, diarrhea, stomachache, indigestion or IBS bloating and gas.

It is caffeine – free and exhibits the anti-spasmodic property that relaxes the smooth muscles of the intestine and relieves you from bloating and cramps. It also stimulates the production of gastric juices to clear stomach bloating.

• Crush 1 – 2 tablespoons of fennel seeds and place these crushed seeds into a mug.
• Fill it with hot water and cover it.
• Let it steep for 8 – 10 minutes and strain the tea.
• Enjoy this warm fennel tea by adding a little honey to it.
• Drink it regularly to get rid of bloating and its symptoms.

Note: Or if you’re using fennel tea bags, then choose the one that has high volatile oil, which aids in proper digestion.

Tea – 4: (Peppermint Tea)

Peppermint tea has antispasmodic and relaxant properties that help you a lot in relieving from abdominal cramps or spasms in the intestinal tract. It aids in proper digestion and soothes the muscle tissues by releasing the buildup of gas due to its active ingredient called menthol.

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Tea – 5: (Chamomile Tea)

Sipping a hot cup of chamomile tea after your meals will help you to relax your GI muscles, which in turn disappears the gas causing the abdominal bloating. It also helps in proper digestion along with soothing and relaxing the muscles to get rid of stomach discomfort.

• Take 2 tablespoons of dried chamomile flower (or 4 tablespoons of fresh chamomile flowers) in 8 ounces of boiling water.
• Cover and let it steep for 5 – 7 minutes and strain the tea.
• Drink this tea by adding a little of honey (honey – optional).
• Regular intake will definitely help you to soothe your upset stomach, relieves your anxiety and promotes a sound sleep along with preventing your bloating.

Tea – 6: (Lemon Tea)

The D – limonene is the major component in this citric fruit that exhibits diuretic effects and fights off the water retention to clear bloating.

• Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in the saucepan and then add 1 tablespoon of tea powder to it.
• Simmer it for a minute and turn off the heat.
• Then add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice to it and some honey or natural sweeteners.
• Stir and strain the tea to drink warm lemon tea to treat bloating.

Note: Or you can also drink lemon balm tea by steeping 1 – 1 ½ teaspoon of lemon balm leaves in 1 cup of hot water for 10 minutes. Strain and drink it.

Tea – 7: (Dandelion Root Tea)

Dandelion root acts as a diuretic that increases the level of urination and thus reduces the water retention that caused due to hormonal fluctuations and other factors. It also helps for proper digestion to clear bloating.

• Pour 2 teaspoons of a chopped dandelion root (or 1/2 – 2 teaspoons of dried root) into a saucepan filled with 1 quart of water.
• Cover and simmer it for about a couple of minutes.
• Remove it from heat and cover it to steep for 7 – 10 minutes.
• Strain and drink this dandelion tea to get relief from bloating and its symptoms.

Tips and Precautions:

1. Other than drinking these herbal teas, you have to consume your food slowly and avoid the intake of fatty or oily or processed foods.
2. Drink plenty of water but not immediately after eating your meals for proper digestion.
3. Consume 6 small meals rather than 3 big meals and also speedy intake of food, as it leads to the formation of gas in the intestine and thereby results in bloating.
4. Regular exercise will help to maintain proper health and weight, which helps you to get relief from these abdominal disorders.
5. If you’re suffering from chronic or severe attacks of bloating then consult your doctor for proper diagnose and treatment to get rid of the problem.
6. Quit smoking and stop drinking alcohol, as they raise and worsen your problem.
7. Reduce your stress levels by doing yoga, meditation, and deep breathing techniques, as they not only help to relieve your stress but also helps for proper mental health.
8. If you’re allergic to any of the above mentioned herbal teas, then avoid taking it and choose the one that best suits you.
9. Consult your doctor if you’re suffering from any health problem before using these herbal teas for treating bloating.

Try these natural teas to beat your bloating. Do you know any other Herbal teas for Bloating? Then share it with us in the below comments box.

Abdominal bloating occurs when there is a buildup of gas in the small intestine, which makes the stomach swells and feels tight and uncomfortably full. It exhibits certain symptoms like diarrhea, flatulence, shortness of breath, abdominal cramps, belching, lower back pain, etc.

There are many causes for bloating like a buildup of intestinal gas, constipation, overeating, smoking, anxiety, peptic ulcers, trapped air, indigestion, consuming carbonated drinks, PMS, IBS, etc. The best way to get rid of this bloating is to encourage passing gas and a bowel movement.

Don’t panic, there are many natural remedies available at your home for treating gas and bloating.

Home Remedies for Bloating:

Here are the best and effective remedies that widely used to give relief from abdominal bloating. Let’s get started.

Remedy – 1: (Ginger)

Ginger has a carminative property which relieves the pressure of bloating to pass the gas through the digestive system. Gingerols in the ginger act as pain relievers and shogaols help to soothe and relax the intestinal muscles. It helps to cure indigestion, nausea, and other intestinal problems.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 5 – 6 thin slices of ginger in a cup and pour boiling water over pieces in a cup.
• Cover it and allow it steep for about 8 – 12 minutes.
• Then add some raw honey and few drops of fresh lemon juice in it.
• Stir it and drink this ginger tea for 2 – 3 times a day to get rid of gas and bloating.
• For best results, drink a cup before or after a meal for proper digestion without any bloating.

Note: Or simply chew a piece of ginger root after meals.

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Remedy – 2: (Peppermint Tea)

Peppermint has menthol oil that exhibits antispasmodic and relaxant property that relieves you from cramps and spasms in the gastrointestinal tract. It aids in a proper passage of food and air along with proper absorption of iron from food.

Steps to be followed…

• Take 1 teaspoon of dried peppermint leaves in a cup.
• Pour hot water over it and let it steep for 15 – 20 minutes.
• Then add a little of honey and drink it to get rid of bloating.
• Drink it for 2 – 3 times daily or whenever you suffer from bloating to get relief from it.

Note: Alternatively, use peppermint tea bags for preparing this tea or chew fresh leaves.

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Remedy – 3: (Fennel Seeds)

Fennel seeds have carminative, diuretic, pain – relieving properties that help to relieve you from bloating. It also has an anti-microbial property that clears the germs causing bloating. It contains some volatile oil that prevents gas and helps to pass the trapped gas easily from the system.

Steps to be followed…

• Pour 2 teaspoons of crushed fennel seeds in 1 cup of hot water.
• Cover it and let it steep for about 5 – 10 minutes.
• Strain it to drink this fennel tea.
• Repeat drinking this tea for 2 – 3 times a day till you got complete relief from abdominal bloating.

Note: Or simply chew some fennel seeds after consuming your meals.

Remedy – 4: (Caraway Seeds)

Caraway seeds have an antimicrobial property that clears bad bacteria causing gas and enhances the good bacteria to thrive and promote proper digestion. It has carminative, antispasmodic properties that prevent the buildup of gas in the digestive system.

It has two chemicals called carvone and carvol that soothe the muscle tissues of the intestine and promotes the expulsion of gas to give instant relief from bloating.

Steps to be followed…

• Place 2 teaspoons of crushed caraway seeds in a cup.
• Then pour hot water over it and allow it to steep for 10 minutes.
• Strain the tea and add a little of honey in it.
• Stir it and drink this tea to prevent bloating.
• Regular intake of caraway tea will help you to prevent abdominal gas and bloating.

Note: Or simply chew some caraway seeds several times a day (or) consume some caraway crackers.

Remedy – 5: (Activated Charcoal)

Activated charcoal is generally oxidized with hot steam or air to make it very porous. It has holes / spaces that trap the excess gas in an intestine causing bloating. Activated charcoal is available in powder or tablet or capsule form, so consult your doctor to know exact dosage and take it whenever you suffer from bloating.

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Remedy – 6: (Chamomile Tea)

Chamomile soothes the tummy and relaxes the digestive system. It has antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties that relieve you from gas and bloating, heartburn, joint pains and menstrual cramps.

Steps to be followed…

• Pour a chamomile tea bag (or 1 teaspoon of dried chamomile herb) in 1 cup of hot water.
• Allow it to steep for about 8 – 12 minutes.
• Then squeeze out the tea bag (or strain the tea) and add some fresh lemon juice (or honey) in it.
• Drink it slowly to get relief from stomach bloating.
• Regular intake of chamomile tea for 2 – 3 times a day in between meals will help you to get relief from gas and bloating.

Remedy – 7: (Warm Lemon Water)

Lemon has a rich amount of vitamins C and B, calcium, proteins, riboflavin, magnesium, phosphorus and carbohydrates which help for proper digestion. The acidic nature of lemon stimulates the production of hydrochloric acid, which helps to break down the food.

Warm water helps to remove the harmful toxins from the body and keeps the body hydrated for proper functioning. So, this combination is very effective in treating gas, bloating and constipation.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice in 1 glass of warm water.
• Stir well and drink this in the morning on an empty stomach.
• Regularly intake of warm lemon juice will not only relieves you from bloating but also prevents its formation.

Note: Or soak some fennel seeds in fresh lemon juice for few minutes and consume these seeds to relieve gas instantly.

Remedy – 8: (Abdominal Massage)

Massaging your stomach and lower abdomen will help to pass the buildup gas through the digestive system and thus relieves you from the pressure of bloating.

Steps to be followed…

• Lie flat on your back and massage your stomach with your fingers using circular motions.
• Massage it for 15 minutes or more till you get relief from bloating.
• Make sure that you can do this massage in standing position but avoid doing it in sitting position, as it will trap the gas in the digestive system.
• Do this massage regularly to get rid of stomach gas and bloating.

Note: Or simply try the upside – down bike exercise for clearing bloating.

Method – 9: (Baking Soda)

Baking soda acts as an antacid that helps you to get relief from indigestion, upset stomach and acid reflux by simply neutralizing the excess stomach acid.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 1 glass of lukewarm water.
• Stir well and drink it to neutralize the stomach acid and to cure bloating.
• Drink this baking soda water whenever you suffer from bloating to get rid of it.

For more information on how baking soda used for bloating, click here.

Remedy – 10: (Anise Seeds)

Anise seeds have antimicrobial and carminative properties that expel the gas to prevent the buildup in your digestive tract.

Steps to be followed…

• Consume a teaspoon of anise seeds by chewing thoroughly on the regular basis.
• Or brew anise tea and drink it.
• Adding these seeds in your cooking will also help you to get rid of bloating.

Tips and Precautions:

1. Pumpkin has many essential vitamins, potassium, and fiber which helps for better digestion and prevents unwanted flatulence and bloating. So, include 1 cup of pumpkin in your daily diet.
2. Banana contains fiber and potassium that regulates the fluid levels in the body and thus gives relief from bloating. So, consume banana regularly as your snack or fruit salad.
3. Add 1/4 spoon of carom seeds powder and a little of rock salt to 1 glass of warm water. Stir well and drink it after consuming your meals.
4. Also, take 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder and add a little of salt. Take this with 1 glass of warm water to get relief from bloating, gas and its pain instantly.
5. Consume small meals for 4 times a day rather than having 2 big meals to keep your stomach full and prevents the formation of gas in the intestine. Also, chew your food thoroughly.
6. In certain cases, bloating can be caused by overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestines. This can be simply resolved by taking probiotics daily for treating SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth). Apart from that, probiotics also help in improving digestion.
7. Regular consumption of carminative family herbs like cinnamon, basil, cumin, dill, parsley, wintergreen, nutmeg, oregano, garlic, etc. will help you to get rid of abdominal bloating. Also, include foods rich in magnesium, fiber and potassium.
8. Exercise regularly, drink plenty of water, avoid salt or sugary carbonated beverages, reduce your stress levels, stop smoking and alcohol consumption, avoid using straws or chewing gums, etc. should be included in your daily lifestyle.
9. Avoid consuming certain foods like cabbage, prunes, beans, Brussels sprouts, dates, broccoli, onions, corn, pears, etc. which are definitely gas producing in the body.
10. Maintain perfect weight, especially reduce your belly fat to get rid of bloating.
11. If you don’t have time to prepare these remedies then try anti-bloating pills. Wondering which ones are safer? Then you can know how to choose and best anti-bloating pills in this article.
12. If any of the above remedies doesn’t work in curing your abdominal bloating, then consult your doctor for proper diagnose and treatment to cure the problem.

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Stomach gas or flatulence occurs as a result of the buildup of certain gases in the intestine that usually caused due to improper or not proper digestion of food.

Excessive eating or drinking, not chewing food properly, stress, digestive disorders, consuming spicy and gas forming food, constipation, some bacterial infections, etc. are some of the causes for excess gas in the stomach. Bad breath, abdominal bloating, flatulence, lack of appetite, stomach pain, etc. are some of the symptoms caused due to stomach gas.

Producing gas is a natural process of the digestive system but it is very embarrassing situation of passing gas in front of your friends or in public places. Fortunately, there are many natural home remedies for treating gas and flatulence.

Baking soda or sodium bicarbonate is one among those effective home remedies for gas. It is not only considered as a common household ingredient used for baking, cleaning and deodorizing but also used to treat many health and beauty ailments with its amazing properties.

Is Baking Soda good for Stomach Gas?

Yes, of course. You will also believe it after going through these properties of baking soda.

• Baking soda, when taken internally gets mixed with the hydrochloric acid (produced naturally by the stomach), then it will increase the carbon dioxide along with forming sodium chloride and water that encourages you to burp.
• It exhibits certain properties like antiseptic, alkalinity and antacid when mixed with water that helps you to ease the stomach or digestive tract issues.
• It acts as a natural antacid that helps to neutralize the stomach acids and gives relief from the gas and its symptoms quickly.
• It has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties that help to soothe the irritated digestive tract and makes you get relief from the gas and gas pain.

How to Relieve Gas with Baking Soda:

Discover these effective methods of baking soda for gas and follow them whenever you suffer from it to get quick relief from the gas and its symptoms.

Method – 1: (Baking Soda with Lemon)

Lemon has vitamin C that aids in proper digestion of food and this method help to neutralize the stomach gases by acting as an effective antacid. This combination produces carbon dioxide, which is a natural digestive aid.

Steps to be followed…

• Squeeze the juice of 1/2 a lemon in 1 glass of water.
• Then add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to it and stir well.
• It will fizz and start stirring well till baking soda and lemon juice dissolved in water.
• Consume this drink slowly to get relief from stomach gas.
• Continue doing the same whenever you suffer from stomach gas and bloating to get rid of the problem.

Note:

• Or use cool water instead of normal water and drink this mix daily after meals to get relief.
• Also, add a pinch of salt along with baking soda and lime juice in 1 glass of warm water. Stir well and drink this to prevent stomach gas and bloating problems.
• Or else add some honey or apple cider vinegar in baking soda and lemon juice before drinking.

Method – 2: (Baking Soda)

Using baking soda in recommended quantity will help to reduce the amount of stomach acid and thus gives relief from gas, gas pain and bloating.

Steps to be followed…

• This process gives instant relief from the stomach gas.
• Add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda in 1 glass of water (prefer warm water).
• Stir it well and drink this mix on an empty stomach.
• Drink it whenever you suffer from gas to get instant gas relief.

Method – 3: (Baking Soda with Apple Cider Vinegar)

Apple cider vinegar is an excellent remedy for treating intestinal problems. It soothes the stomach and thus gives instant relief from the stomach gas.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 1 glass of water.
• Stir well and drink it to give relief from indigestion and gas.
• Continue drinking vinegar – baking soda mix for 2 – 3 times a day by depending on your severity.

Method – 4: (Baking Soda with Peppermint Leaves)

Peppermint helps to relax the digestive system and thus relieves you from cramps and allows the gas to pass easily from your abdomen.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 1/2 – 1 teaspoon of baking soda, few finely crushed fresh peppermint leaves and 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice in 1/2 cup of water.
• Mix it well and drink this concoction immediately to get relief from the problem.
• If you prefer, add ice cubes to this concoction and drink it.
• Regular intake will help you for proper digestion and relieves gas.

Do’s and Don’ts:

1. People who are suffering from blood pressure problems or following sodium restricted diet strictly or pregnant women or children under 7 years of age will have to avoid using baking soda for stomach gas.
2. Prefer to use the best quality baking soda and also avoid taking baking soda with antacids.
3. Also use baking soda in any supplement forms like capsules, powder or pills for getting gas relief. Always remember to dilute baking soda before using.
4. Never ever use baking soda continuously for more than 2 weeks in treating the stomach problems. Make sure to consult your doctor if you don’t get any relief from stomach gas or suffering from any gastrointestinal problems.
5. Over intake of baking soda will cause some side effects, as it disrupts the chemical and pH balance of the digestive system and it might result in stomach rupture due to the excess production of carbon dioxide. So, ingesting baking soda should be done with some caution.
6. Immediately seek medical attention if you’re experiencing headache, increased thirst, cramps, nausea, weakness, blood in urine or stool, vomiting, difficulty in breathing, swelling of feet, worsening symptoms, etc.
7. Avoid lying flat on your back or stomach whenever you’re suffering from gas. This position may add some additional discomfort to the stomach.

Try these baking soda methods for relieving from gas and do you have any queries or other baking soda methods for gas relief? Then share it with us.

Stomach bloating is caused due to the buildup of gas in the small intestine that makes you feel full and tight. The best way to relieve you from bloating is to encourage passing gas and having regular bowel movement. Activated charcoal is one such amazing remedy used for treating your digestive problems including bloating.

Here are some of its properties that help to cure gas and bloating, have a look on it, to know how it works for clearing the intestinal problems.

• Activated charcoal gets oxidized with air or hot steam that makes it very porous. It has holes which allow the passage of water and air through them. So when taken internally, it traps the excess gas, toxins and other bacteria in the intestine that causes gas and bloating by flushing out of the body.
• According to American Journal of Gastroenterology, activated charcoal prevents the intestinal gas by binding the gas causing byproducts in food.
• It has concentrated source of carbon that provides the absorption capacity to soak up the excess intestinal gas. It is also used to relieve you from the poisonous reactions or overdose reactions in the body.
• It has electrostatic negative charge that attracts the positive compounds like chemical, toxic materials and other micro-organisms damaging the intestine.

How to take Activated Charcoal for Bloating:

Here is the best way that explains you on how to take the charcoal in a proper way to get rid of intestinal gas and abdominal bloating.

• • It is widely available in tablets, capsules or powder form. Consult your health care provider to know the exact dosage as per your health condition.
  • Take activated charcoal (in any form) on an empty stomach will yield best results against the problem.
  • This allows the charcoal to travel through the system and also avoid it from absorbing the beneficial nutrients from the food.
  • It is recommended to take 500 – 600 mg of activated charcoal 1 hour before or 2 hours after a typical gas-producing meal followed by 1 glass of water.
  • Then after drink another glass of water immediately to get the charcoal into the system to bind gas producing elements.
  • Prefer to take 2 tablets per day according to the severity of your condition. Make sure that dosage should not exceed 5 grams daily.

Tips and Precautions:

1. Drink 12 – 16 glasses of water per day while using activated charcoal, as it causes dehydration and the body is unable to flush out toxins and prevents constipation. Some people might observe black stools while taking charcoal but it is not a dangerous condition.
2. Avoid using straws while drinking and chew gums, as it leads to the consumption of air. Also, don’t talk while eating or chewing.
3. Consult your doctor if your condition is chronic and makes you uncomfortable.
4. Be sure that that you have to use only activated charcoal, prefer that is made from coconut shells or other natural sources for curing the gas and bloating.
5. Few charcoal tablets contain sorbitol (a sugar alcohol) that often exhibits laxative effects. It also prevents the absorption of medicines which you’re taking regularly for treating your health problems.
6. You can find activated charcoal in health food stores, local pharmacies or through online stores.
7. Overdosage of activated charcoal in some cases may cause mild gastrointestinal disturbances like vomiting, nausea, indigestion and other discomforts.
8. It is safe for pregnant or nursing women and children, when taken in small amounts.
9. Other than using charcoal, you have to quit smoking, stay hydrated, avoid overeating or eating too fast, do some regular exercises, consume healthy diet that prevent constipation and indigestion, etc. to prevent the problem now and in future.

Hope you give a trial to charcoal for treating your bloating problem. Do you know any other charcoal method for treating bloating or any queries? Then share it with us.

Abdominal bloating is caused due to the buildup of gas in the small intestine (due to improper digestion of food) and that makes you feel full and tight in the stomach. Bloating and gas not only makes you feel full in stomach but also causes cramps, diarrhea, difficulty in breath, belching, etc.

Overeating, constipation, peptic ulcers, smoking, water retention, trapped air due to improper chewing of food, stress, food allergies, bacterial infections, specific dietary choices, indigestion, etc. are some of the causes for the abdominal bloating. Passing stomach gas and a regular bowel movement is the best way to relieve from bloating.

You can treat this embarrassing problem with some best natural remedies instead of using over the counter medications or antacids. One such best remedy that work well in treating bloating and gas naturally is baking soda.

Baking Soda for Bloating:

Baking soda or sodium bicarbonate helps to react with the stomach acids and produce carbon dioxide, which in turn helps to expel the excess gas from the stomach through belching. It exhibits various properties which make it as an effective remedy for treating intestinal related problems, including bloating & gas.

Is Baking Soda good for Bloating?

Baking soda is an excellent substance when it comes to relieving stomach bloating and its effects. Here are some of its properties that make you know how it works for clearing stomach bloating.

• It acts as an antacid that neutralizes your excess stomach acid and thereby relieves you from indigestion, acid reflux, etc.
• It reacts with hydrochloric acid in the stomach and thus forms a combination of sodium chloride, carbon dioxide and water that in turn eases for proper digestion and clears the stomach gas and bloating.
• Baking soda when mixed with water, releases the antacid and alkalinity nature which are essential for getting rid of bloating.
• It exhibits antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that in turn ease the intestinal and digestive issues, including bloating.

How to use Baking Soda for Bloating:

Baking soda will act as the best alternative to combat bloating and its symptoms. So to get rid of this problem, you have to follow these 4 best methods of using baking soda to prevent gas and bloating.

Method – 1: (Baking Soda with Warm Water)

This is one of the easy and best processes that give quick relief from gas and bloating. This combination will release carbon dioxide and stimulate burping to expel gas. So, prepare this baking soda water and have it whenever you suffer from this bloating.

Steps to be followed…

• Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 1 glass of lukewarm water.
• Stir well and drink this mix to get quick relief from the problem.
• The intake of this mix for once or twice a day to get rid of abdominal gas and bloating. Also, it clears the cramps caused due to accumulation of gas.
• Consume this baking soda water whenever you suffer from abdominal gas and bloating to get rid of bloating.

Note: Never ever drink this baking soda water on a full stomach, as it may results in any intestinal disorders.

Method – 2: (Baking Soda with Lemon)

This process neutralizes the gas by having proper digestion of food and thus treats bloating and other stomach related problems.

Steps to be followed…

• Squeeze 1 fresh lemon in 1/2 glass of water.
• Then add 1 teaspoon of baking soda in this water and stir well.
• Now add more water to the glass and mix it until it stops fizzing.
• Drink it slowly to get relief from the problem.
• Continue drinking it whenever you suffer from stomach gas and abdominal bloating.

Note:

• Or mix 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to 1 cup of cool water. Stir well and drink it after meals to get control over bloating.
• Also, mix 1/2 – 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice and a few finely crushed peppermint leaves in 1/2 cup of water. Stir well and drink it immediately to get relief from the problem.
• Alternatively, mix 1/2 – 1 teaspoon of baking soda, juice of 1/2 a lemon and a pinch of salt in 1 glass of warm water. Stir well and drink this to get relief from bloating and other abdominal problems.

Method – 3: (Baking Soda with Apple Cider Vinegar)

This combination works well in clearing bloating and constipation why because both the ingredients help to balance your pH levels and thereby clears bloating and enhance a healthy bowel movement (to clear constipation as well).

• Mix well 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 1 glass of water.
• Then add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to this water and stir well.
• Keep stirring until the fizz is stopped and drink this solution to get rid of bloating and upset stomach.
• Have this drink twice a day (if needed) to get relief from bloating.

Method – 4: (Baking Soda with Fennel)

The carminative nature of fennel will stimulate the body to expel the excessive gas from the intestine. It has anti-spasmodic property that helps to relax your stomach muscles and gives a quick relief from the problem.

• Steep 1 tablespoon of fennel seeds in 1 glass of water for overnight.
• In the next morning, strain the water and mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
• Stir well and drink this to soothe gas and bloating.
• Continue the intake of this drink will help to clear bloating.

Also Read How to Grab Best Benefits of Baking Soda by Drinking on an Empty Stomach

Tips and Precautions:

1. Sodium content in baking soda may raise the blood pressure which is the main cause for hypertension. So, avoid using baking soda if you’re on a sodium restricted diet.
2. It might interact with certain medications and drugs, so consult your doctor before using it for getting rid of stomach bloating.
3. Never ever drink baking soda mix on an overly full stomach. Also, children and pregnant women should not take this baking soda without consulting your doctor.
4. However occasional gas, indigestion and bloating are common but chronic bloating and stomach upset may indicate the presence of any underlying medical conditions like IBS, celiac disease, etc. then consult your doctor immediately for treatment.
5. Remember that too much usage of baking soda can lead to some serious side effects like heart problems, nausea, etc.
6. Avoid taking any antacids while using baking soda for treating the stomach or intestinal problems.
7. Avoid excessive or frequent usage of baking which can disrupt the pH and chemical balance in the body, especially for those who are taking water pills or suffering from kidney problems. It also causes abnormal blood sodium and low potassium levels.
8. Always use best quality baking soda and also use baking soda in any supplement forms like tablets or any extract for treating bloating.
9. Stay hydrated, avoid over eating or eating too fast, chewing gums, quit smoking, have some regular exercises, sufficient sleep, etc. will help to prevent the recurrence of stomach bloating.
10. If you are a busy bee and don’t have enough time to prepare natural home remedies then you can rely on anti-bloating pills. Want to know which one works, read it “HERE”.

Try using these baking soda methods for relieving the uncomfortable pressure or feeling of fullness in your stomach. Do you know any other successful Natural Baking Soda methods to cure Bloating? Then feel free to share your experience with us in the below comments box.