Bloating is any abnormal general swelling, or increase in the abdominal area. Bloating is a very common problem these days. Bloating happens in small intestine and not in stomach. It is common problem faced by many after eating food; some might face it daily or some after eating some particular food. In stomach bloating after eating, one feels uneasy and irritated. Discomfort after eating is the most common symptom of stomach bloating. At times, it is difficult to say that whether the bulge in the stomach is due to fat or bloating. Bloating is more common in women and women do get stressed due to excessive belly fat. Males also have this problem but it is more in women. Almost everyone suffers from stomach bloating. Many people ignore this and they do not even come to know that they are suffering from bloating.

Causes for stomach bloating are many; some of the causes are such as over eating, constipation, eating at higher speed an air swallowing. Another cause of bloating is irregular digestion that causes formation of gases at faster rate than normal.

Apart from these causes, there are few other reasons as well that are responsible for stomach bloating after eating. Increase in fiber content due to eating of some vegetables or fruits may cause stomach bloating. A large meal can be a reason of bloating. Going to bed just after eating should be avoided because it may cause bloating. One needs to maintain a gap of minimum 3 hours between the meal and sleeping.

Bloated stomach can also be due to infection and it can be natural in some people as formation of acid is more in them as compared to others. Eating gassy food produce gas, no doubt; one should take light food to avoid such issues. Stomach bloating after eating may be an everyday problem for some, then in that case reasons or food items should be found out which cause bloating and those food items should be avoided. Stomach bloating can be irritating and embarrassing too.

Stomach bloating can be avoided by regular exercise, as this is the best way to get rid of such problem. One should stay away from food items that cause bloating in particular. Full 7-8 hours of sound sleep may also act as helpful. Milk products such as cheese and butter, beans and lentis that increase the rate of gas formation and sugarless chewing gums and fruit juices which contain artificial sources of sugar should be not consumed, as they are one of the causes of stomach bloating.

In today's time, most of the people face this problem due to hectic lifestyle and the unhealthy foods. Bloating can be embarrassing at times because it can happen after lunchtime in office or any public place after having a meal. Eat small meals rather than having one big meal and avoid foodstuff that causes irritation on stomach line. Drink water as much as you can because it will make you energetic and also will keep you away from bloating.