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Bloating

Uncomfortable bloating and gas? Find relief from bloating with the right remedies and dietary changes.

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  • check_circleSimethicone for gas relief
  • check_circlePeppermint tea or oil for digestive comfort
  • check_circleAvoid gas-producing foods (beans, cabbage, carbonated drinks)
  • check_circleEat slowly and chew thoroughly
  • check_circleRegular gentle exercise to aid digestion
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  • chevron_rightSevere abdominal pain with bloating
  • chevron_rightBloating with vomiting or inability to pass gas
  • chevron_rightUnexplained weight loss
  • chevron_rightBlood in stool
  • chevron_rightPersistent bloating for weeks

Frequently asked questions

Gas from food, swallowing air, constipation, food intolerances, or IBS. Persistent bloating needs evaluation.

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This information is general in nature and isn’t a substitute for professional medical advice. Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor about what’s right for you.