Gastrointestinal distress should not be ignored. When identified and managed early, they can make all the difference in ...

Vegetables such as eggplant, beans, cucumber, and bok choy are some of the low-FODMAP options Dieras recommends adding to a ...

“Ugh, I feel like I’m going to explode.” Sound familiar? We’ve all been there—those feelings of being too full, tight or swollen in the stomach, sometimes accompanied by flatulence, burping and ...

Living with irritable bowel syndrome can often feel like a delicate balance between food and fear. One day, a simple meal ...

Abdominal bloating and distention affect approximately 30% of the general population and up to 90% of those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Often used interchangeably, they are distinct. Bloating ...

A distended stomach, also referred to as a swollen abdomen, can be common in older adults. It has several possible causes, such as: Keep reading to learn how to prevent a distended stomach and when to ...

Ever had that uncomfortable feeling of heaviness after meals, even if it was a healthy dish? We all, at some point in our ...

Coffee may cause bloating for a variety of reasons, including caffeine sensitivity, adding dairy or artificial sweeteners to ...

While protein is essential for building and repairing muscles, a diet that is too heavy on protein can put a strain on your ...

A “bigger stomach” and bloating are commonly reported side effects of a hysterectomy, with many possible causes, including post-surgical inflammation, gas, and hormonal changes related to uterus ...

While nearly one in seven individuals said they experienced abdominal bloating within the past week, more than half reported that they did not seek care for this symptom, a national survey showed.

Your abdominal muscles keep your organs and intestines in place. The protrusion of abdominal organs through a weak spot in the abdominal wall is called a hernia. Ventral hernias involve the front part ...