9 things to give up now for an instantly flatter stomach
There are certain foods and drinks that can instantly make you bloat giving the illusion of a not flat stomach. Drinking alcohol, caffeine, and sports drinks can cause bloating. Kale, cauliflower, and broccoli contain the same gas-inducing compound as beans and can make you bloat in the same way. You end up inhaling a lot of air when you smoke, and in turn, you bloat. Kale and caffeine are just two of the surprising culprits behind why you're feeling fuller than a Macy's Thanksgiving Parade float. Read on for simple ways to banish the bloat.
Beware of booze
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Most of us associate bloating with beer (hence the term "beer belly") but any alcoholic beverage could make your stomach puff up for multiple reasons, according to gastroenterologist Robynne Chutkan, MD, in her book The Bloat Cure: 101 Natural Solutions for Real and Lasting Relief. Alcohol wipes out the beneficial bacteria in your digestive system that normally keep bloat in check; it can lead to gastritis and liver damage, both of which cause bloat; and it’s high in calories. However, you don’t need to abstain completely. Just try to consume no more than a drink a day. Read on for more of Dr. Chutkan's natural solutions to reduce stomach bloating.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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