Festive bloating is a common digestive problem that several people deal with post celebrations. Experiencing post Holi bloating? Here are few ways to reduce the discomfort.
Are post-Holi blues hitting hard? Well, a day of work after festivals is never a voluntary choice. Holi brings in the colours of happiness and a gourmet of traditional delicacies like gujiya, papdhi, thandai and other treats. After a day of sweet and spicey indulgences, fried food, oily treats and more, digestive discomfort is no surprise. Binge eating overeating often leads to digestive issues like bloating, and constipation and also makes you feel heavy and uneasy.
Festive bloating is very real and not just an imaginary term. Bloating is the improper accumulation of gas in the abdomen. Hence, a person feels tight in the stomach and may hear a rumbling sound every now and them. Experiencing something similar? Fret not, it’s not just you.
Here are a few things to try at home and get rid of the festive bloating discomfort at home.
HOW TO GET RID OF FESTIVE BLOATING?
- Fennel Seed (Saunf) Water: Fennel seeds or saunf is an age-old ingredient that has been in use for medicinal purposes as well. It has a soothing effect on the digestive system.
- Ginger and Cinnamon Water: Ginger and cinnamon have an anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory effect that reduces gut inflammation. Slowly sipping on it can help with accumulating gas and indigestion. It will also keep you hydrated and flush out the toxins from the body.
- Proper Sleep: It is important to get a proper good quality sleep for 7-8 hours to help with better digestion. Sleep helps the body to rest and recover which can help with quick relief.
- Fresh Fruits: Incorporate fresh-cut fruit like kiwi, oranges, apples, berries etc that can help with better digestion. These have nutrients that cut through indigestion, are light for the stomach and may also keep you hydrated.
- Yoga: While exercising and a healthy diet, may help to reduce digestive discomfort, yoga asanas can effectively help to get rid of bloating. Specific yoga asanas can help in immediate relief.
- Chew Your Food: Ensure to savour every bite and chew your meals properly. When we digest big chunks of food particles, the stomach produces more acid and enzymes to break it down. This may lead to acidity and indigestion.
Apart from these, portion control, and meal planning are also essential to not add on to bloating. Regular consumption of jeera water can help with flatulence, reduce digestive issues and get rid of bloating quickly. Meal planning is important to restrict overindulgence in festive delicacies that often continue post festival as well.