What is bloating?

Bloating is a feeling of fullness and discomfort in the abdomen, often accompanied by the visible swelling of the stomach. It occurs when gas, food, or other substances in the gut take up too much space, causing the stomach to stretch and become distended.

Bloating can be caused by a variety of factors, including consuming certain foods, drinking carbonated drinks, eating too quickly, not being physically active, and certain medical conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), lactose intolerance, and others