5 Ways to Reduce Bloating | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

You're eating healthier, but the bloating won't quit. By afternoon, your stomach feels tight, your clothes feel uncomfortable, and you're wondering which food to give up next. Before you cut out another healthy food, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz wants you to consider something surprising: You can poop every day and still be constipated. The gastroenterologist joins Chuck Carroll to explain five approaches to reducing bloating and why simply eating more fiber isn't always the answer. DR. B'S FIVE TIPS FOR REDUCING BLOATING 1. Address constipation. Going every day doesn't necessarily mean you're emptying your bowels fully. 2. Reduce swallowed air. Look at habits such as drinking carbonated beverages, sipping through straws, chewing gum, and gulping drinks. 3. Increase fiber gradually. "Low and slow—that's the tempo." Start with what you tolerate and build at your own pace. 4. Consider a trial without dairy and artificial sweeteners. Dr. B explains how lactose and certain sweeteners, including sugar alcohols, can contribute to gas and bloating. 5. Slow down when you eat. Take time to chew, avoid rushing through meals, and try putting your fork down between bites. BONUS: Take a "fart walk"! Dr. B explains how moving your body can help move gas through your digestive system. You'll also hear the difference between feeling bloated and having a visibly distended abdomen, plus when ongoing symptoms deserve a conversation with your doctor. Dr. B discusses BDR, the supplement he developed through his company, 38TERA, and explains its peppermint oil, probiotic, and capsule design. There are plenty of laughs along the way—but the message is serious: You deserve to feel comfortable, and persistent bloating shouldn't be something you simply accept. 🙏 Become and Exam Room VIP and get early access to the interview with Dr. Michael Greger before anyone else! 👉 https://pcrm.org/examroomvip 🩺 Dr. Will Bulsiewicz 👉 https://www.theguthealthmd.com 🩺 38Tera 👉 https://www.38tera.com This episode is not medical advice. Always speak with your doctor about any changes to your diet or lifestyle. - About Us - The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated action