Hidden Causes of Bloating That Have Nothing to Do With Food

Lisette Marie

23. Underlying Medical Conditions: When Bloating Signals Something More

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Sometimes, chronic bloating isn’t just an annoyance—it’s a sign of an underlying health issue. Conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), endometriosis, or food intolerances can all contribute to persistent bloating that doesn’t go away with simple lifestyle changes. Fix it: If bloating is frequent, severe, or accompanied by pain, consult a doctor for further testing. Identifying an underlying condition can help you get the right treatment and relief.

24. Mouth Breathing Habits: More Than Just Dry Mouth

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Constantly breathing through your mouth, perhaps due to allergies, congestion, or habit, does more than just dry out your lips. It significantly increases the amount of air you swallow down into your digestive system, leading directly to gas and bloating. Furthermore, bypassing the natural filtering and humidifying effects of nasal breathing can subtly alter your autonomic nervous system balance, potentially impacting digestive function. Addressing underlying congestion or consciously practicing nasal breathing whenever possible can make a surprising difference in reducing swallowed air and subsequent bloating.

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23. Underlying Medical Conditions: When Bloating Signals Something More

24. Mouth Breathing Habits: More Than Just Dry Mouth

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