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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics

Diet 

Debloating in a Day: What Actually Works

Everyone faces bloating or heavy feelings nowadays; let's explore some practical strategies to help you debloat in 24 Hours. 

Introduction

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Drinking water aids digestion and reduces bloating, so get on your daily water goal of 2.5 to 3 ltr and let's smash it.

Hydration

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No matter how tasty and soulful they sound in this scorching heat of summer, they introduce excess gas into the digestive system, causing bloating and digestive issues.

Avoid Carbonated Drinks

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High sodium intake is often associated with water retention, so keep a check on your salt intake and the hidden sodium in pickles, chips, nankeens, etc., that we gulp down without even a thought.

Limit Salt Intake

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Potassium is well known for balancing out sodium levels, so foods like bananas and avocados help regulate sodium levels.

Eat Potassium-Rich Foods

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Movement, in any case, helps with digestive issues like bloating and heaviness, so you can opt for walking, as it stimulates digestion.

Gentle Exercise

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If nothing from the above helps, take help from herbal teas like peppermint, ginger or fennel teas that help soothe the gut.

Herbal Teas

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Though this seems surprising, chewing gum often traps excess air that can lead to bloating. 

Avoid Chewing Gum

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Eat slowly, be mindful of your portion size, chew with your mouth closed and reduce the amount of air you swallow.

Mindful Eating

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Incorporate these habits for quick relief from bloating, be consistent and see your body transform. 

Conclusion

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