Bloating - gas buildup in your stomach and intestines.
When gas doesn't pass through belching or flatulence, it can build up in the stomach and intestines and lead to bloating. Bloating may be related to:
Eating fatty foods. Fat delays stomach emptying and can increase the sensation of fullness Stress or anxiety.
Smoking.
A gastrointestinal infection, blockage or disease Irritable bowel syndrome, a condition characterised by abdominal pain or cramping and changes in bowel function Conditions such as celiac disease or lactose intolerance in which the intestines aren't able to digest and absorb certain components of food
To reduce bloating, avoid or reduce the amount of gas-producing foods you eat. Many carbohydrates cause gas, and the following items are common culprits:
Baked beans
Broccoli
Brussels sprouts
Cabbage
Carbonated drinks
Cauliflower
Chewing gum
Fruits such as apples, peaches and pears
Hard candy
Lettuce