Gut Bacteria

Can Gut Bacteria Cause Bloating? What We Know About the Microbiome

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You eat a meal, and a few hours later your stomach feels unusually full, tight, or swollen. You may start wondering: “Could something be wrong with my gut bacteria?” The answer is more complicated than simply saying “bad bacteria cause bloating.” Your gut is home to trillions of microorganisms, collectively known as the gut microbiome. … Read more

Do Probiotics Actually Help With Bloating?

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If you often feel bloated, you’ve probably seen the same advice again and again: “Try probiotics.” Probiotic supplements, probiotic yogurt, fermented foods, and “gut health” products are everywhere. But do probiotics actually help with bloating? The honest answer is: They may help some people, but probiotics are not a guaranteed treatment for bloating. Research on … Read more