Bloating Belly, Dr. Oz’s Ten Tips

Bloating belly, how to change your diet to prevent it? Is it okay to eat little but often? Which foods to prefer to promote a sense of satiety without increasing stomach bloating? These questions are answered by Dr. Oz , who in the last season promoted a 21-day challenge to have a flat stomach ( you can find it here ) and who then investigated the problem of belly swelling by inviting a series of experts to the studio, from gastroenterologists to dieticians and nutritionists. Here is a summary of all their tips in ten pills.

1) Eat slowly: those who eat too quickly take in more air and increase the problem of bloating
2) Reduce sugar, alcohol and dairy products, all of which are susceptible to excessive intestinal information

3) Prefer Greek yogurt (it has less lactose) or snacks based on vegetable proteins and fats (avocado, nuts) to reduce hunger attacks
4) If you are away from home, eat a protein bar as a snack : there are many types , just find the right one.
5) A Greek yogurt and a banana , with potassium and probiotics, are the perfect breakfast for those with swollen belly
6) If you suffer from nervous hunger, even eggs are an excellent solution in the morning, to reduce the sense of hungry until lunch.

7) When you eat fruit, add a pinch of whole salt : it seems strange, but this trick helps to reduce the hunger for sugars, responsible for the swollen belly.
8) Add spices to your dishes: fennel seeds, cinnamon, cloves, cumin seeds, cardamom. These spices in particular reduce blood sugar and intestinal fermentation.
9) If you need to nibble something between meals, try raw diuretic vegetables , such as cucumber and fennel or celery. Perfect in pinzimonio before meals.

10) Avoid too salty foods such as packaged baked goods, nuts with salt on the surface, snacks . They increase abdominal swelling.