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Top 31 Proven Home Remedies For Bloated Stomach In Adults, Children And Pregnant Women

home remedies for bloated stomach in adults

Bloated stomach, or abdominal bloating, is a common complaint that can happen to everybody of all ages, generally related to organic diseases or functional gastrointestinal disorders. Though the symptoms are often underestimated, the bloated stomach can give the signal of a more serious health problem. Therefore, being fully and thoroughly informed about the disease and its remedies will help you and your family in some cases. In this article, Effective Remedy will give you 31 proven home remedies for bloated stomach for adults, children, and pregnant women. The recipes we've focused on are traditional home remedies that can be used alongside usual medical treatment. Always consult your doctor about your condition, and if symptoms are getting worse rather than better.

Home Remedies For Bloated Stomach: Top 31 Proven Ways In Adults, Children & Pregnant Women 

I. Effective Remedies For Bloated Stomach

A. Home Remedies For Bloated Stomach In Adults

1. Seeds, Nuts, And Herbs

1.1. Ginger

Creating the special taste of ginger, gingerols and shogaols are compounds that have strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. They soothe the digestive tract and reduce bloating and intestinal spasm by blocking the serotonin receptors in the intestines, causing nausea[1] [2]. It is also possible that gingerols help the body release enzymes that digest food. They also relax the intestinal muscles.

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Grate the ginger with the salt. Eat 1 teaspoon of the paste before meals.

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1.2. Anise

Anise is a fragrant spice that has a sweet and spicy taste. Anise can reduce bloating and abdominal distention thanks to its anethole. Anethole found in anise seeds may help increase the intestinal and gastrointestinal motility and soothe the abdominal pain[3] [4]. It also has mild analgesic properties which relieve stress, treat constipation, and regulate bowel movements.

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1.3. Fennel Seeds

Fennel seeds contain carminative, diuretic, pain-reducing, and anti-microbial properties. Those chemicals may relax the spasm in the digestive tract[5]. Estragole, fenchone, and Anethole in fennel seed can relieve gas and treat stomach bloating.

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Overuse of fennel seed can cause early breast development in newborn infants and reduce milk production in breastfeeding women.

1.4. Caraway Seeds

Carvol and Carvene in caraway seeds have antispasmodic and carminative properties. As a result, caraway seed help to smooth muscle tissue in the digestive tract and get rid of excessive gas and bloating[6] [7].

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Chew a pinch raw caraway seed or caraway crackers several times daily.

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Be aware that caraway seed can increase the risk of premature birth.

1.5. Almond

Almonds are rich in fiber, which is good for the digestive system. Hence, almonds reduce the problem of indigestion, prevent constipation, help increase the digestion, and remove unwanted and unhealthy toxins from the body. Apart from containing healthy fats and alkaline molecules, almonds also have probiotics that help digest, detoxify, and grow microbes in microorganisms[8].

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Eating dried almonds without peeling reduces the nutritional value and causes indigestion.

1.6. Quinoa

Quinoa is gluten-free, so it is easy to digest and can be used for people of all ages. Quinoa also contains fiber and several nutrients such as vitamin B and amino acid, which support the digestive process in the stomach[9].

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Saponin in the outer layer of quinoa is a nutrient-resistant component that blocks the absorption and utilization of body nutrients. Please wash the quinoa seed carefully before using.

1.7. Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a gluten-free whole grain and is an important source of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and important antioxidants. Oat contains slow-absorbing carbohydrates, so it gives you a feeling of being full longer and more energy for a day's work. Thanks to the high amount of soluble fiber, oatmeal is good for the digestive tract[10]. Consuming oatmeal daily helps prevent constipation and increase bowel motility.

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1.8. Brown Rice

Brown rice is one of the excellent home remedies for bloated stomach. Brown rice contains insoluble fiber that wipes off bulk inside the intestine and makes the digestive process more comfortable[11].

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Do not add brown rice too rapidly to diet as it may trigger digestive gas.

2. Vegetable

2.1. Kimchi

Kimchi can promote digestion as it provides probiotics to the body. Lactobacillus in kimchi helps to maintain the intestine in a healthy state. The high fiber level of the vegetable also supports bowel movement.

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Using kimchi to treat digestive problems is simple: just eat it. Kimchi can be bought at any Asian store or supermarket. Use it as a side dish or vegetable in the meal.

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As kimchi is made from the fermentation process and contains bacteria, be careful and buy from a trustworthy brand. Unknown origin kimchi can create nausea or diarrhea.

2.2. Cucumber

With plenty of water and fiber combined with the sweetness and coolness, the consumption of fresh cucumber will help you regain your energy, wipe off excess salt and is a very effective way to improve your constipation, belch, flatulence, dyspepsia, heartburn, and stomach pain.

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Cucumber seeds contain small amounts of toxins such as cucurbitacins and tetracyclic triterpenoids. These are factors that trigger bitterness. Absorbing cucurbitacins too much into the body can lead to indigestion and bloating.

2.3. Pumpkin

Among the vegetables, pumpkin is the ‘champion' in terms of iron, vitamins, minerals, organic acids, fiber, and especially potassium. Potassium in pumpkin may get rid of unnecessary sodium inside the body, thereby reducing bloated stomach[12] [13].

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3. Fruits

3.1. Orange Juice

Along with vitamin C, orange also contains vitamins A, B1, pantothenic acid, folate, calcium, copper, and potassium. Orange is full of substances called phytosterols (plant sterols) that improves the digestive system[14] [15]. The fruit also provides fiber to stimulate digestion, reducing constipation.

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3.2. Pineapple Juice

Pineapple helps bloated stomach by providing bromelain enzyme to break down protein inside the stomach and intestine[16] [17]. Pineapple is also rich in fiber, which helps to protect the intestinal tract.

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Eating too much pineapple can increase the dose of bromelain in pregnant women, stimulating womb contractions, leading to miscarriage.

3.3. Melon

Watermelon, honeydew, and cantaloupe are the natural diuretics[18]. With 92% water and potassium, these melons make your body to eliminate excess water, salt, and sodium. By that way, melons relieve bloating.

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Blend the melon of your choice with little water to make the blade run smoother. Get rid of the seeds and drink 1 cup daily.

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3.4. Avocado

The enzyme lipase is found in avocado can break down monounsaturated fats, help the digestive tract to take out the food faster, and then reduce bloating.

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3.5. Bananas

Banana is a great supporter to fight against bloated stomach thanks to its high fiber and potassium level. Fiber and potassium help the body to eliminate extra salt and sodium and reduce bloating[19] [20].

Remedy: Add a banana in your daily diet.

Warning: A banana provides 400mg of potassium, while the body needs an additional 4,700mg of potassium per day. High potassium in the blood can result in abnormal heart rhythm, slow pulse, nausea, and even cardiac arrest.

3.6. Lemon

Lemon juice is good for digestive health. It can stimulate gastric secretion to help digestion, promote excretion, and cleanse the intestines. Lemon juice can also reduce symptoms such as poor digestion, heartburn, and flatulence. It is also a natural diuretic that wipes out the excessive salt in the body[21].

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3.7. Papaya

Papaya contains papain enzyme, which improves digestion by helping to break down proteins. Therefore, papaya stimulates digestion and reduce gas and bloating[22].

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4. Tea

4.1. Green Tea

One of the most effective home remedies for bloated stomach is green tea. Having additional antioxidants properties, green tea is a more preferred natural diuretic product[23]. Some common symptoms of a bloated stomach can be reduced with the help of green tea, including cramp, pain, the sensation of fullness. Green tea may also smooth the digestive process and lower the gas level[24].

Remedy: Drink 1 cup hot or cold green tea in the morning, after breakfast. An alternative way is to drink about 50ml of green tea after each meal.

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4.2. Peppermint Tea

Menthol oil in peppermint has antispasmodic and relaxant effect. It will relieve the contraction in the intestine and reduce gas[25].

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4.3. Chamomile Tea

Containing relaxing and sedative effects, chamomile tea is good for healing intestinal gas, diarrhea, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting. Chamomile tea also has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties that relieve cramps[26].

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5. Other Foods

5.1. Kombu

Kombu contains obscure enzymes that break down gas-causing complex sugars that are normally indigestible (alpha-galactosidase and beta-galactosidase)[27].

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Adding one strip of kombu to the water when cooking any types of soaked bean.

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Kombu is high in iodine that could cause gastrointestinal issues if consumed more than 4.5 grams (1/4 cup) per day.

5.2. Probiotics

Certain probiotic can relieve bloated stomach: Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus Plantarum, Lactobacillus Rhamnosus, Bifidobacterium Infantis, Lactobacillus acidophilus, and so on. Probiotics intake will change the gas-producing bacteria into a healthier one.

Warning: Using probiotics can lead to some side effects, including constipation and sensation of thirst when using yeast-based probiotics.

5.3. Aloe Vera Juice

Providing nutrients and enzymes, aloe vera gel may help clear inflammatory heat, regenerate the gastrointestinal lining, balance digestive juices, and gently cleanse the liver[28] [29].

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Pregnant women should not take aloe vera internally because aloe vera can stimulate uterine contractions and cause complications.

5.4. Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)

Apple cider vinegar contains probiotics and high levels of acetic acid. It helps to lower the body's water retention, while also reducing inflammation in the abdominal cavity[30] [31].

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5.5. Baking Soda

Baking soda reacts with the stomach acids and produces carbon dioxide, which expels the excess gas from the stomach through belching. It functions as an antacid that helps to neutralize the excess stomach acid, thereby relieving bloating[32].

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Without consulting a doctor, children and pregnant women should not take baking soda.

B. Home Remedies For Bloated Stomach In Children
1. Fiber-Rich Foods

Including fiber-rich foods in children’s diet help to clean their system[33]. Try to vary the diet so that the kids do not get bored.

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2. Melaleuca Oil

Melaleuca oil is used to expel gas when the amount of gas accumulated in the body. Besides, melaleuca oil limits the formation of gas and removes the gas in the intestinal tract[34].

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3. Probiotics

Probiotics may help increase the levels of healthy bacteria in the body[35]. These bacteria are useful for accelerating your digestion, which can help to decrease abdominal bloating[36] [37].

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Lactobacillus acidophilus powder: 1/8 teaspoon

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Dissolve the powder follow the formula. Feed bottle-fed baby twice a day.

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Warning: Ask a doctor before using supplementation probiotics

C. Home Remedies For Bloated Stomach In Pregnant Women
1. Fenugreek Seeds

The soluble fiber in fenugreek seeds can absorb excess water in the intestine and add bulk to the stools. By that way, fenugreek seeds reduce gas and get rid of bloating.

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Warning: Do not drink the water for more than 3 days per week and 2 weeks continuously.

2. Buttermilk

Buttermilk promotes digestion by providing probiotics, therefore smoothes the digestive process and limit gas formation[38].

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Add rock salt to buttermilk and drink once or twice daily.

Warning: If you have lactose intolerance, do not consume buttermilk.

II. How-To Tips For Bloated Stomach

1. Belly Stretches

Belly stretches help to relieve the expanded organs and the spasmed muscles in the intestine. It also stimulates movement in the torso, making digestion more fluently.

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2. Drink Plenty Of Water

Remember to drink enough water to ensure that fiber can do its job effectively. Different people need a different amount of water per day, but try to have at least 6 to 8 glasses of water daily. When you are well-hydrated, your body will release the retain fluid and reduce swelling.

One tip when drinking water or any fluid is to drink with a straw to minimize the air taken into the digestion tract.

3. Eating Habit

When you experience a bloated stomach, especially in children and pregnant women, divide your meals into 5 – 7 smaller meals over the day. As the amount of food intake in one meal decreases, the gas formation level will be lower.

Besides, chew your food properly so that you do not gulp a big chunk of food. Please take a small bite of food and chew calmly to limit the air taken into the stomach.

Always eating in a sitting position and avoid lying down immediately after eating to prevent gas-forming and constipation.

4. Exercise

Exercises may help stimulate digestion[39]. Food and fluid will “travel” through your digestive tract faster, reduce gas forming, and aid bloating. Therefore, be active!

Adults should keep a regular exercise habit. Some beneficial activities are running, jogging, and swimming.

Parents can help babies and toddlers to move their leg in the cycling movement to encourage digestion activity.

During pregnancy, walking after eating is a form of light exercise that prevents gas. Take a break of 10 minutes after having meals and then walk around the house for 50 – 70 steps.

III. Facts About Bloated Stomach

1. Three Levels Of Symptoms Of A Bloated Stomach
2. Causes Of Bloated Stomach

There are various causes of abdominal bloating; some of the most remarkable roots are:

3. Top Foods Causing Bloated Stomach
4. Surprisingly, Diet Foods Cause More Bloating

Diet foods replace fat and sugar with sugar substitutes, which are very difficult to digest. These undigested chemicals will stay in the intestine for a longer time and form gas, spasm, and distension.

Read more: Effective Home Remedies For GERD Symptoms In Adults & Children. This article was medically reviewed/fact checked by Scott  Johnson, AMP, CEEOS.

IV. Frequently Asked/Unasked Questions About Bloated Stomach

1. Does Bloating Go Away By Its Own?

It depends on the symptoms you suffer.

If you experience bloating for the first time or the symptoms are mild, it may go away by itself.

However, if bloating frequently occurs with more serious signs, you must seek help from an expert.

2. How Fast Do I Feel Better?

Different people have different biochemistry; therefore, the time that bloating go away for each person is also different from others.

If you take medicine or supplementations, the pain will pass in minutes.

If you try the above home remedies, it may take one to three days, even a week. But these remedies are natural and considered safe.

As stated above, if you suffer from bloating for a long time repeatedly, please come and see doctors.

V. Prevent Bloated Stomach From Starting 

Above are the easy and effective home remedies for bloated stomach for all your family members. We also gave you some facts and information about bloating and how to prevent it. Hopefully, our remedies and tips will be beneficial for your whole family and beloved.

All contents provided are for informational & educational purposes. We recommend you consult a healthcare professional to determine which method is appropriate for you.

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