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The solution? Cut down on processed foods and go natural. Fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds naturally have low or no salt amounts.
Eating Before Bed
When do you eat your dinner? If you’re like many people, you eat it just an hour or two before bed. In this case, there’s a good chance you’ll wake up with a bloated stomach.
Allissa Rumsey, a registered dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, says that when you’re lying down, your body processes food more slowly. That makes sense since sleep takes less energy than waking activities. Digestion also takes energy, and sleep is less restorative if you force your body to do that.
The solution? Eat at least 3 or 4 hours before going to bed, or just eat light foods like fruit or nuts if you have no choice. You can eat more in the morning. The important thing is to give your body enough time to “fast” between these two meals to respect your body’s physiological rhythms.
It’s Just a Little Food Allergy
Food allergies are not something to be taken lightly. If you think you’re immune, then consider the following. Some allergies and sensitivities are linked to bloating and swelling. People who have a wheat allergy typically can’t digest gluten and will experience digestive issues, including bloating and swelling. The same thing happens to people who are lactose intolerant.
The solution? Consult your doctor and ask for a test for food allergies and sensitivities. Once you find out what the allergy is, avoid those foods at all costs.
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