Bloating and distension can come from trapped gas, stagnant stools, uterine swelling during menstruation, or other causes. The gas becomes trapped if the muscles of the abdomen are too tense, if bowel tone is too lax, if peristalsis is asynchronous, or if stagnant fecal matter is blocking the release of gas, or if there is some other obstruction.

When bloating is severe enough to cause pain, bloating can cause distension, or overstretching of the intestines. Distension can lead to permanent damage and loss of muscle tone.

The first step to healing bloating is to release the gas. Carminitives are herbs that help with downward flow of gas. Many carminitives are highly aromatic, like mint. Yoga poses such as 'wind releasing pose' can help relieve gas. Triangle pose can stretch the sides of the colon for release of gas. Try massaging the cecum, hepatic flexure, splenic flexure, sigmoid colon, and behind the pubic bone. Drink warm water. Practice contracting and releasing tension in the abdomen and pelvic floor.

The second step is to reduce the production of gas by eating a diet that is right for your constitution, by taking digestives, and perhaps anti-microbials or probiotics to regulate gut flora.

DIET REMEDIES FOR 'BLOATING / DISTENSION'

Neutral (Tridoshic)

Fennel Seeds

How does Fennel Seeds affect 'Bloating / distension'?
IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME
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Reduces

Scallions (Raw)

How does Scallions (Raw) affect 'Bloating / distension'?
IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME
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Reduces

Ajwain

How does Ajwain affect 'Bloating / distension'?
IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME
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Caraway Seeds

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IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME
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Cardamom

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Cloves

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Cumin

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Hing (Asafoetida)

How does Hing (Asafoetida) affect 'Bloating / distension'?
IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME
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Mustard Seed

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IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME
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Orange Zest

How does Orange Zest affect 'Bloating / distension'?
IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME
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Reduces

Chamomile

How does Chamomile affect 'Bloating / distension'?
IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME
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Mint

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IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME
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Reduces

Lime Zest

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IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME
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HERBS & PRODUCTS FOR 'BLOATING / DISTENSION'

MORE DIGESTION TIPS

DISCLAIMER: The pathogenesis of each person's condition is unique, and so the diet must be fit to the individual and the unique root causes of the condition in your body. The information on this page is for educational purposes only and should not be used to treat a medical condition. It is not a substitute for medical care. Please check with your doctor before making any changes to your health and wellness routine.

AVOID DIETS, LIFESTYLES & HERBS THAT AGGRAVATE THESE EFFECTS

Symptoms Tell A Story

The first step to healing is learning patterns from your symptoms. Symptoms are clues that reveal underlying imbalances. Symptoms show you where your body is weakened. Ultimately, all disease has a root in tissues too weak to defend itself. Ayurveda describes these patterns of weakness using doshas & biocharacteristics. If you notice a biocharacteristic or dosha appears next to many of your symptoms, it helps you establish a pattern that may be systemic.

BIOCHARACTERISTIC	FOODS TO AVOID	DO YOU HAVE THIS IMBALANCE?
VATA	AVOID VATA FOODS THAT MAY AGGRAVATE BLOATING / DISTENSION	FIND OUT Status Unknown Take these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Vata' dosha.
DIFFICULT ABOUT DIFFICULT BIOCHARACTERISTIC Difficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest. LEARN MORE ABOUT DIFFICULT	AVOID DIFFICULT FOODS THAT MAY AGGRAVATE BLOATING / DISTENSION	FIND OUT Status Unknown Take these quizzes to find out if you need to decrease Difficult to digest foods.
HEAVY ABOUT HEAVY BIOCHARACTERISTIC Heavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight. LEARN MORE ABOUT HEAVY	AVOID HEAVY FOODS THAT MAY AGGRAVATE BLOATING / DISTENSION	FIND OUT Status Unknown Take these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Heavy' guna.
TOXIC ABOUT TOXIC BIOCHARACTERISTIC A substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body. LEARN MORE ABOUT TOXIC	AVOID TOXIC FOODS THAT MAY AGGRAVATE BLOATING / DISTENSION	FIND OUT Status Unknown Take these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Toxic' guna.

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SEE A DIET WHICH REMOVES THESE CAUSES

ADDRESS ISSUES IN STAGE OF DISEASE 1

If you have symptoms in this category, your body is sending you a warning sign. Since digestion is so metabolically intensive and sensitive to stress and emotions, the earliest warning signs of imbalance usually appear in the digestive tract first. You may have gas and bloating, for example, or acid reflux. Ayurveda recommends paying careful, close attention to warning signs. They indicate that an imbalance is starting to accumulate. Correct these warning signs before they accumulate further and weaken your body's resistance. This is usually accomplished by removing diet and lifestyle habits that aggravate your imbalanced doshas and biocharacteristics.

REDUCE THESE RELATED SYMPTOMS & HABITS

Biocharacteristics of the 23,190 People Reporting Bloating / distension

BIOCHARACTERISTIC

AVG CLIENT LEVEL %

%CASES (#)

#IMBALANCE

Difficult Sign

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86.9%

31.5% (7,300)

8,532 have Difficult constitution

Astringent

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67.0%

21.0% (4,877)

8,068 have Astringent constitution

Heavy Sign

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64.1%

28.0% (6,482)

9,738 have Heavy constitution

Light

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56.7%

22.9% (5,313)

9,391 have Light constitution

Dry

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55.6%

24.6% (5,712)

9,009 have Dry constitution

Salty

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52.8%

23.0% (5,340)

7,179 have Salty constitution

Oily

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51.2%

24.5% (5,685)

9,587 have Oily constitution

Vata Sign

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49.6%

32.7% (7,577)

11,554 have Vata constitution

Kapha

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47.2%

31.5% (7,297)

12,745 have Kapha constitution

Bitter

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46.0%

22.4% (5,197)

8,626 have Bitter constitution

Sweet

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45.2%

26.0% (6,033)

9,650 have Sweet constitution

Sour

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44.0%

20.8% (4,815)

7,528 have Sour constitution

Cold

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42.5%

22.4% (5,194)

8,107 have Cold constitution

Pungent

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36.3%

19.1% (4,434)

6,802 have Pungent constitution

Hot

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34.1%

20.0% (4,643)

7,949 have Hot constitution

Gooey

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32.3%

18.1% (4,187)

7,069 have Gooey constitution

Pitta

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29.1%

28.2% (6,544)

10,540 have Pitta constitution

Toxic Aggravates

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28.4%

23.8% (5,523)

7,099 have Toxic constitution

Risk Factors of Bloating / distension

Below you will see general risk factors as well as the greatest risk factors, i.e. those who were also more likely to report Bloating / distension. Overall, 60.49% of people surveyed in this research study reported Bloating / distension.

SYMPTOM (Cases)

Cases With Both

% Reporting This

Increase from 60.49%

Review These Common Risk Factors

Feel underweight (2358)

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1216

51.6%

10% less often

Feel overweight (25362)

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15324

60.4%

insignificant difference

Hyperactive, quick (19615)

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6439

32.8%

50% less often

Fatigue / tired (16721)

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11572

69.2%

10% more often

Male (1336)

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573

42.9%

30% less often

Female (26227)

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16448

62.7%

insignificant difference

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Even liquid foods aggravate abdominal pain (1126)

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986

87.6%

40% more often

Solid foods aggravate abdominal pain (1417)

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1236

87.2%

40% more often

Pain with sense of fullness (4736)

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4105

86.7%

40% more often

Abdominal pain worse after eating (3850)

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3295

85.6%

40% more often

Intestinal colic / spasm / cramping (5234)

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4423

84.5%

40% more often

Abdominal pain continuous (1145)

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965

84.3%

40% more often

Guarding area of pain (886)

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727

82.1%

40% more often

Discomfort in abdomen (10315)

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8461

82%

40% more often

Fullness below belly button (8299)

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6769

81.6%

30% more often

Location of abdominal pain moves (5432)

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4427

81.5%

30% more often

Pain relieved by pressure (2280)

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1848

81.1%

30% more often

Pain around belly button (2663)

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2156

81%

30% more often

Pain relieved by doubling over (2537)

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2039

80.4%

30% more often

Pain wakes you up at night (1604)

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1287

80.2%

30% more often

Burping relieves stomach pain (3413)

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2732

80%

30% more often

Intestine lumpy / like a rope (1615)

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1288

79.8%

30% more often

Joint pain after eating (712)

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566

79.5%

30% more often

Burning abdominal pain (2301)

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1826

79.4%

30% more often

Eat when abdomen painful (2767)

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2191

79.2%

30% more often

Palpable Mass in Abdomen (267)

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211

79%

30% more often

Impacted Fecal Matter (1293)

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1016

78.6%

30% more often

Sharp abdominal pain (5537)

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4343

78.4%

30% more often

Fruits Cause Gas (2764)

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2166

78.4%

30% more often

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (9239)

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7228

78.2%

30% more often

Pain above belly button (4330)

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3382

78.1%

30% more often

Pain below belly button (5880)

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4592

78.1%

30% more often

Pain left upper abdomen (3172)

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2472

77.9%

30% more often

Pain sudden onset (3992)

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3111

77.9%

30% more often

Frequent Nausea (5021)

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3902

77.7%

30% more often

Gastritis (5279)

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4104

77.7%

30% more often

Pain relieved by pooping (9034)

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7022

77.7%

30% more often

Intermittent abdominal pain (6963)

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5411

77.7%

30% more often

Abdominal swelling during menses (8840)

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6856

77.6%

30% more often

Dull ache in abdomen (5023)

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3890

77.4%

30% more often

Pain right upper abdomen (3670)

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2832

77.2%

30% more often

Pain right lower abdomen (4066)

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3130

77%

30% more often

Indigestion / Upset stomach (15960)

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12277

76.9%

30% more often

Pain relieved by heat (3723)

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2864

76.9%

30% more often

Leaky Gut Syndrome (4834)

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3705

76.6%

30% more often

Malabsorption (4275)

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3274

76.6%

30% more often

Pain left lower abdomen (4442)

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3393

76.4%

30% more often

Food Poisoning (1032)

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788

76.4%

30% more often

Abdominal pain relieved by rest (4012)

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3063

76.3%

30% more often

Vomiting (1149)

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875

76.2%

30% more often

Pain relieved by arching / twisting (2938)

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2238

76.2%

30% more often

Blisters (609)

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464

76.2%

30% more often

Use laxatives frequently (2294)

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1747

76.2%

30% more often

Difficulty eliminating (7017)

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5341

76.1%

30% more often

Gastrointestinal Bleeding (555)

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422

76%

30% more often

Weakness / Debility (3964)

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3007

75.9%

30% more often

Enlarged Spleen (328)

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248

75.6%

20% more often

Strong abdominal pulse (2630)

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1986

75.5%

20% more often

Anal Spasm (1145)

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865

75.5%

20% more often

Crohn's Disease (341)

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257

75.4%

20% more often

Pain relieved by exercise (1996)

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1504

75.4%

20% more often

Abdominal pain relieved by eating (1562)

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1176

75.3%

20% more often

Pancreatitis (498)

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375

75.3%

20% more often

Foul taste on tongue (3794)

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2846

75%

20% more often

Pancreatic Insufficiency (545)

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409

75%

20% more often

Alternating Diarrhea / Constipation (7701)

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5758

74.8%

20% more often

Inflamed Rectum (723)

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541

74.8%

20% more often

Puffy / swollen skin (3944)

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2951

74.8%

20% more often

Tongue frothy on edges (739)

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552

74.7%

20% more often

Short Bowel Syndrome (201)

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150

74.6%

20% more often

Pretend Eating / Playing with Food (461)

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344

74.6%

20% more often

Swollen lymph nodes (2365)

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1763

74.5%

20% more often

Laxatives to lose weight (2812)

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2094

74.5%

20% more often

Water Retention (10907)

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8113

74.4%

20% more often

Worm / Parasite (1615)

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1202

74.4%

20% more often

Pus in stool (292)

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217

74.3%

20% more often

Frequent Hiccup (2477)

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1837

74.2%

20% more often

Pelvc Congestion Syndrome (227)

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168

74%

20% more often

Frequent Burping (8672)

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6412

73.9%

20% more often

H pylori infection (1025)

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757

73.9%

20% more often

Red meat intolerant (1829)

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1349

73.8%

20% more often

Tight/tense abdomen (2454)

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1810

73.8%

20% more often

Puffy face (6516)

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4806

73.8%

20% more often

Constipation (11486)

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8461

73.7%

20% more often

Convulsions (156)

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115

73.7%

20% more often

Intestinal Obstruction (352)

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259

73.6%

20% more often

Muscles heavy / tired (6435)

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4737

73.6%

20% more often

Sore eye muscles (2328)

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1710

73.5%

20% more often

Wheat Intolerance (6953)

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5106

73.4%

20% more often

Dysentery (203)

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149

73.4%

20% more often

Hyperacidity (4450)

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3264

73.3%

20% more often

Duodenal Ulcer (373)

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273

73.2%

20% more often

Recurrent Vomiting (817)

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598

73.2%

20% more often

Tense or Aching jaw (5411)

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3960

73.2%

20% more often

Flat rash (526)

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385

73.2%

20% more often

Parasite passed in stool (353)

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258

73.1%

20% more often

Tarry black stools (1494)

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1091

73%

20% more often

Gallbladder Inflammation (1070)

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781

73%

20% more often

Yellow vaginal discharge (1950)

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1421

72.9%

20% more often

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) (4107)

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2996

72.9%

20% more often

Diuretics to lose weight (2085)

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1520

72.9%

20% more often

Complications of Those Reporting Bloating / distension

In this research study, people who report Bloating / distension were likely to report the following:

REPORTS

CASES WITH BOTH

INCREASE

%

NORMALLY

Prolonged bleeding when cut (Poor clotting)

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885

+2.3 times

4%

1.74% (1,259 cases)

Slow, heavy digestion

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11082

+2.1 times

48%

22.89% (21,898 cases)

Painful menstruation & menstrual cramps

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9296

+1.9 times

40%

21.59% (13,471 cases)

Abdominal surgery

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890

+1.6 times

4%

2.47% (1,336 cases)

Pancreatitis

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375

+1.5 times

2%

1.3% (498 cases)

Restricting Food Intake

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9887

+1.5 times

43%

28.12% (15,613 cases)

Recurrent Vomiting

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598

+1.5 times

3%

2.03% (817 cases)

Pain with sense of fullness

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4105

+1.5 times

18%

12.26% (4,736 cases)

Burping relieves stomach pain

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2732

+1.5 times

12%

8.22% (3,413 cases)

Pain relieved by doubling over

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2039

+1.5 times

9%

6.2% (2,537 cases)

Dilated Pupil

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362

+1.4 times

2%

1.38% (518 cases)

Yellow bump on eye

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362

+1.4 times

2%

1.39% (535 cases)

Pain wakes you up at night

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1287

+1.4 times

6%

4.18% (1,604 cases)

Intestinal colic / spasm / cramping

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4423

+1.4 times

19%

13.28% (5,234 cases)

Gas, irregular digestion

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19343

+1.4 times

83%

58.32% (47,247 cases)

Vomiting

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875

+1.4 times

4%

2.82% (1,149 cases)

Ulcerative Colitis

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398

+1.4 times

2%

1.44% (568 cases)

Location of abdominal pain moves

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4427

+1.4 times

19%

13.68% (5,432 cases)

Abdominal pain worse after eating

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3295

+1.4 times

14%

10.09% (3,850 cases)

Anorexia, past or current

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2903

+1.4 times

13%

9.45% (4,050 cases)

Pain above belly button

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3382

+1.4 times

15%

10.91% (4,330 cases)

Anal Spasm

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865

+1.4 times

4%

2.91% (1,145 cases)

Sharp abdominal pain

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4343

+1.4 times

19%

13.92% (5,537 cases)

Stomach Ulcer

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1053

+1.4 times

5%

3.67% (1,449 cases)

Intermittent abdominal pain

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5411

+1.4 times

23%

16.93% (6,963 cases)

Exercising as punishment

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1449

+1.4 times

6%

4.43% (2,175 cases)

Pain relieved by pressure

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1848

+1.4 times

8%

5.91% (2,280 cases)

Frequent Nausea

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3902

+1.4 times

17%

12.57% (5,021 cases)

Exercise aggravates symptoms

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3405

+1.4 times

15%

11.1% (5,106 cases)

Artificial sweeteners

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5282

+1.3 times

23%

17.04% (8,589 cases)

Irregular/small appetite

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7342

+1.3 times

32%

23.81% (20,509 cases)

Pain left upper abdomen

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2472

+1.3 times

11%

8.2% (3,172 cases)

Burning abdominal pain

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1826

+1.3 times

8%

5.97% (2,301 cases)

Intestine lumpy / like a rope

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1288

+1.3 times

6%

4.48% (1,615 cases)

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

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7228

+1.3 times

31%

23.16% (9,239 cases)

Discomfort in abdomen

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8461

+1.3 times

36%

26.92% (10,315 cases)

Dull ache in abdomen

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3890

+1.3 times

17%

12.73% (5,023 cases)

Solid foods aggravate abdominal pain

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1236

+1.3 times

5%

3.75% (1,417 cases)

Gastrointestinal Bleeding

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422

+1.3 times

2%

1.51% (555 cases)

Painful rash

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369

+1.3 times

2%

1.51% (516 cases)

Interstitial Cystitis

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593

+1.3 times

3%

2.27% (878 cases)

Conflict makes me restless

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16021

+1.3 times

69%

52.33% (43,701 cases)

Pain below belly button

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4592

+1.3 times

20%

15.2% (5,880 cases)

Gray Stool

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383

+1.3 times

2%

1.52% (528 cases)

Morning Sickness

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829

+1.3 times

4%

3.04% (1,146 cases)

Strong abdominal pulse

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1986

+1.3 times

9%

6.85% (2,630 cases)

Pain sudden onset

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3111

+1.3 times

13%

9.9% (3,992 cases)

Strong hunger

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11983

+1.3 times

52%

39.61% (31,540 cases)

Even liquid foods aggravate abdominal pain

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986

+1.3 times

4%

3.06% (1,126 cases)

Flat rash

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385

+1.3 times

2%

1.53% (526 cases)

Fullness below belly button

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6769

+1.3 times

29%

22.31% (8,299 cases)

Gastritis

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4104

+1.3 times

18%

13.86% (5,279 cases)

Abdominal pain continuous

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965

+1.3 times

4%

3.09% (1,145 cases)

Pain around belly button

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2156

+1.3 times

9%

6.98% (2,663 cases)

Leaky Gut Syndrome

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3705

+1.3 times

16%

12.42% (4,834 cases)

Pain relieved by pooping

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7022

+1.3 times

30%

23.29% (9,034 cases)

Overwhelmed by responsibilities

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12201

+1.3 times

53%

41.32% (19,304 cases)

Pain relieved by arching / twisting

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2238

+1.3 times

10%

7.81% (2,938 cases)

Pain lower back

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13191

+1.3 times

57%

44.53% (19,881 cases)

Exercising after eating too much

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1734

+1.3 times

7%

5.47% (2,548 cases)

Currently/recently on a diet

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7278

+1.3 times

31%

24.25% (11,960 cases)

Puffy / swollen skin

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2951

+1.3 times

13%

10.17% (3,944 cases)

Pain left lower abdomen

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3393

+1.3 times

15%

11.74% (4,442 cases)

Liver Sore

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642

+1.3 times

3%

2.35% (883 cases)

Long workday

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8567

+1.3 times

37%

28.99% (22,260 cases)

Purging Food

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2000

+1.3 times

9%

7.06% (2,856 cases)

Use laxatives frequently

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1747

+1.3 times

8%

6.3% (2,294 cases)

Indigestion / Upset stomach

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12277

+1.3 times

53%

41.81% (15,960 cases)

Tense muscles when stressed

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6213

+1.3 times

27%

21.33% (9,005 cases)

Urticaria

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408

+1.3 times

2%

1.58% (604 cases)

Alternating Diarrhea / Constipation

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5758

+1.3 times

25%

19.8% (7,701 cases)

Guarding area of pain

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727

+1.3 times

3%

2.38% (886 cases)

Fruits Cause Gas

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2166

+1.3 times

9%

7.15% (2,764 cases)

Poor diet

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7284

+1.3 times

31%

24.63% (11,384 cases)

Short bursts of energy

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12287

+1.3 times

53%

42.15% (34,156 cases)

Fatty fried food

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7435

+1.3 times

32%

25.49% (11,744 cases)

Tonsil Stones

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1638

+1.3 times

7%

5.58% (2,415 cases)

Pain relieved by heat

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2864

+1.3 times

12%

9.59% (3,723 cases)

Hyperacidity

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3264

+1.3 times

14%

11.19% (4,450 cases)

Gain weight easily

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12857

+1.3 times

55%

43.99% (35,031 cases)

Pancreatic Insufficiency

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409

+1.3 times

2%

1.6% (545 cases)

Abdominal pain relieved by rest

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3063

+1.2 times

13%

10.41% (4,012 cases)

Anemia

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4531

+1.2 times

20%

16.04% (6,770 cases)

Frequent Hiccup

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1837

+1.2 times

8%

6.43% (2,477 cases)

Tarry black stools

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1091

+1.2 times

5%

4.02% (1,494 cases)

Pain right upper abdomen

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2832

+1.2 times

12%

9.65% (3,670 cases)

Swollen lymph nodes

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1763

+1.2 times

8%

6.44% (2,365 cases)

Pain right lower abdomen

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3130

+1.2 times

13%

10.49% (4,066 cases)

Yellow eyes / sclera

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366

+1.2 times

2%

1.62% (552 cases)

Bad breath

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7343

+1.2 times

32%

25.96% (10,654 cases)

Water Retention

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8113

+1.2 times

35%

28.5% (10,907 cases)

Sour Taste in Mouth

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2103

+1.2 times

9%

7.33% (2,940 cases)

Anxiety, fear, uncertainty

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16756

+1.2 times

72%

58.66% (47,291 cases)

Gurgling Noises

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10120

+1.2 times

44%

35.87% (13,930 cases)

Intense emotions

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14747

+1.2 times

64%

52.25% (42,048 cases)

Smooth patches on tongue surface

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832

+1.2 times

4%

3.27% (1,253 cases)

Dry, dark, frizzy hair

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8471

+1.2 times

37%

30.27% (24,799 cases)

Foul taste on tongue

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2846

+1.2 times

12%

9.82% (3,794 cases)

Stress affects my digestion

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12911

+1.2 times

56%

45.94% (19,512 cases)

Difficulty eliminating

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5341

+1.2 times

23%

18.88% (7,017 cases)

Sores inside mouth

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3393

+1.2 times

15%

12.32% (4,704 cases)

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About the Author

John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda. His approach to Ayurveda exudes a certain ease, which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda , which specializes in digestive tract pathology & Ayurvedic nutrition. John and his wife Natalie recently published Explore Your Hunger: A Guide to Hunger, Appetite & Food.

John's interest in Ayurveda and digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, including his public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University.

John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well.

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