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Beat the bloat: Tips to Reduce Bloating After Every Meal

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Can you believe our gut produces up to 25 litres of gas every day? Most of it is reabsorbed into the body and just a small amount is released as wind which is a normal part of the digestion process. Find out what causes gas and what you can do to relieve trapped wind.
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What is indigestion?

Indigestion (dyspepsia) is often caused by stomach acid irritating the stomach lining or throat (acid reflux)1 and symptoms usually happen soon after eating or drinking. Other common symptoms include feeling full or bloated, feeling sick and burping.

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How to relieve trapped wind

Trapped wind (flatulence) can make you feel full, bloated and uncomfortable. Wind, or gas, is produced during digestion as bacteria in the gut breaks down food and it’s a normal part of the process.

Our bodies can produce up to 25 litres of gas a day but just a small amount is released as wind.

Trapped wind advice
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Causes of heartburn

Heartburn is a burning feeling in the middle of the chest. It’s caused by gastric acid (acid reflux) travelling up from the stomach towards the throat. It can be caused by certain food and drinks and other lifestyle factors.

Heartburn self care tips