{"id":66116,"date":"2024-10-07T16:52:07","date_gmt":"2024-10-07T16:52:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=66116"},"modified":"2024-10-07T16:52:07","modified_gmt":"2024-10-07T16:52:07","slug":"does-bloating-cause-weight-gain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Bloating Cause Weight Gain: Separating Myth from Scientific Fact"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#What_Are_the_Main_Reasons_for_Bloating\" >What Are the Main Reasons for Bloating?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Definition_What_Is_Bloating\" >Definition: What Is Bloating?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Causes_of_Bloating\" >Causes of Bloating<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Too_Much_Gas_in_the_GI_Tract\" >Too Much Gas in the GI Tract\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Diet\" >Diet\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Constipation\" >Constipation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Water_Retention\" >Water Retention<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Menstrual_Cycle\" >Menstrual Cycle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#SIBO_aka_Small_Intestinal_Bacterial_Overgrowth\" >SIBO aka Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#IBS_aka_Irritable_Bowel_Syndrome\" >IBS aka Irritable Bowel Syndrome<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Other_Digestive_Diseases_and_Medical_Conditions\" >Other Digestive Diseases and Medical Conditions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Why_Do_I_Gain_Weight_when_Im_Bloated\" >Why Do I Gain Weight when I\u2019m Bloated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#How_Much_Weight_Does_Bloating_Add\" >How Much Weight Does Bloating Add?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#How_Long_Does_Bloat_Weight_Last\" >How Long Does Bloat Weight Last?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#How_to_Reduce_Bloating_Immediately\" >How to Reduce Bloating Immediately<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Quick_Bloat_Relief_Tips\" >Quick Bloat Relief Tips<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Try_Some_Yoga\" >Try Some Yoga<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Take_a_Walk\" >Take a Walk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Try_Some_Peppermint_Oil\" >Try Some Peppermint Oil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Take_Some_Anti-Gas_Medication\" >Take Some Anti-Gas Medication<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Massage_Your_Belly\" >Massage Your Belly<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Long-Term_Tips_to_Get_Rid_of_and_Prevent_Bloating\" >Long-Term Tips to Get Rid of and Prevent Bloating<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Reduce_Your_Consumption_of_Trigger_Foods\" >Reduce Your Consumption of Trigger Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Consume_More_Fermented_Foods_and_Probiotics\" >Consume More Fermented Foods and Probiotics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Learn_How_to_Eat_More_Slowly\" >Learn How to Eat More Slowly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Avoid_Chewing_Gum_and_Drinking_Carbonated_Drinks\" >Avoid Chewing Gum and Drinking Carbonated Drinks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Reduce_Your_Salt_Intake\" >Reduce Your Salt Intake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Get_More_Active\" >Get More Active<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Why_Am_I_Bloated_All_the_Time\" >Why Am I Bloated All the Time?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Does_bloating_cause_belly_fat\" >Does bloating cause belly fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#How_do_I_tell_if_Im_bloated\" >How do I tell if I\u2019m bloated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Should_I_weigh_myself_if_Im_bloated\" >Should I weigh myself if I\u2019m bloated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#Does_coffee_cause_bloating\" >Does coffee cause bloating?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloating is something we\u2019re all familiar with. One day your stomach is its normal size, and the next day it looks larger, and you have a hard time buttoning up your pants. Sudden weight gain in the stomach in females and males can be concerning, especially if you\u2019re keeping an eye on your weight for your health or other reasons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=does_bloating_cause_weight_gain\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But does bloating cause weight gain? Is the larger-looking tummy area an indication of fat gain? Read on to learn more about bloating, what causes it, if a bloated stomach comes with increased weight\/fat gain, and much more.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Main_Reasons_for_Bloating\"><\/span><b>What Are the Main Reasons for Bloating?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we get into the main causes of bloating, what exactly is the definition of bloating?<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Definition_What_Is_Bloating\"><\/span><b>Definition: What Is Bloating?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a review published in 2011 in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gastroenterology &amp; Hepatology<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> journal, researchers defined bloating as \u2018a sense of gassiness or a sense of being distended; measurable distention does not have to occur\u2019 (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3264926\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In another study published two years later in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> researchers described it as \u2018the subjective discomfort by patient&#8217;s sensation of intestinal gas; otherwise, abdominal distension is a visible increase in abdominal girth\u2019 (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3816178\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps the easiest to understand definition of bloating comes from the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Cancer Institute<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Bloating is simply defined as a swelling or feeling of fullness in the abdomen (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/publications\/dictionaries\/cancer-terms\/def\/bloating\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not sure whether you\u2019re bloated or not, many people who claim to be bloated often complain about the sensation of gassiness, trapped gas, a feeling of pressure or being distended with or without obvious visible distension, or a sense of fullness or pressure in the abdomen (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cghjournal.org\/article\/S1542-3565(20)30433-X\/fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These sensations also go hand in hand with pain in the stomach, excessive flatulence, frequent burping or belching, and abdominal rumbling or gurgles. If you\u2019re experiencing any or all of the above symptoms, chances are that you\u2019re most certainly bloated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe will keep you laser-focused on your weight loss journey! Nutrient-packed meal plans, fat-blasting workouts, galvanizing challenges and much more. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=does_bloating_cause_weight_gain\">Try using the app<\/a> and see for yourself!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_Bloating\"><\/span><b>Causes of Bloating<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloating can be triggered by several factors. If you\u2019re not sure why you tend to bloat from time to time, take note of the following factors and you may find the reason for this recurring issue (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3264926\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3816178\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/digestive-diseases\/gas-digestive-tract\/symptoms-causes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6824367\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Too_Much_Gas_in_the_GI_Tract\"><\/span><b>Too Much Gas in the GI Tract\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to research, the average person usually has approximately 100\u2013200 cc of gas in their gastrointestinal tract at any given time. If more gas is produced in the intestines or comes from swallowing air, you may end up feeling bloated (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3264926\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/digestive-diseases\/gas-digestive-tract\/symptoms-causes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diet\"><\/span><b>Diet\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes the foods you eat may not agree with your stomach and this can lead to an increase in gas in the stomach, which results in bloating. This is usually due to your body\u2019s inability to digest certain carbohydrates that are found in these foods, or due to their fermentability by our gut bacteria. Foods such as beans, dairy products, and foods containing <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fiber-side-effects\/\">too much fiber<\/a> are some of the most common foods that often result in bloating. If increased fiber intake is the culprit, it can help to increase it gradually rather than all at once.<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=does_bloating_cause_weight_gain\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1-4-1.png\" alt=\"does bloating cause weight gain\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Constipation\"><\/span><b>Constipation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you fail to empty your bowels, this means that your stool stays trapped in your colon. This gives time for the bacteria in the stool to ferment, releasing gasses in the intestines and leading to bloating.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You also release gas from your body through normal flatulence from time to time. Having stool stuck in the colon can prevent this release of gas, thereby trapping it in the intestines and causing bloating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6824367\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Water_Retention\"><\/span><b>Water Retention<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as edema, this is a condition where there\u2019s an excess buildup of water or fluid in the body. While swelling from water retention usually happens in the legs, ankles, feet, face, and hands, it can sometimes happen in the abdominal area, which contributes to bloating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/ibs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/450\/2017\/10\/Abdominal-Bloating.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out our article on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/list-of-foods-that-cause-water-retention\/\"><b>list of foods that cause water retention<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see what in your diet could be causing swelling in the abdominal area and other parts of your body.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Menstrual_Cycle\"><\/span><b>Menstrual Cycle<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research has suggested that many women complain about bloating around and during their period. The bloating is usually due to either fluid retention or high intestinal gas volumes, which are likely due to the many hormonal changes women go through during this time (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3154522\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9130698\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to bloating, your cycle may also come with unexplained weight gain. Check out our article on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/average-weight-gain-during-period\/\"><b>average weight gain during period<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn more about this.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SIBO_aka_Small_Intestinal_Bacterial_Overgrowth\"><\/span><b>SIBO aka Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all have bacteria in our gut that help with digestion, nutrient absorption, and other functions. If for some reason the number of this bacteria suddenly increases, it can lead to extra gas production, which results in bloating.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IBS_aka_Irritable_Bowel_Syndrome\"><\/span><b>IBS aka Irritable Bowel Syndrome<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exact cause of IBS isn\u2019t known, but it has been suggested that the condition could be linked to factors such as food passing through your gut too quickly or too slowly, oversensitive nerves in your gut, stress, or a family history of IBS. Those who suffer from this functional gastrointestinal disorder often have bloating as one of the symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other functional gastrointestinal disorders such as functional abdominal bloating and distention, functional constipation, and functional dyspepsia can also cause bloating.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Digestive_Diseases_and_Medical_Conditions\"><\/span><b>Other Digestive Diseases and Medical Conditions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloating can also be a symptom of other medical issues. If your bloating isn\u2019t caused by the above factors, it may be beneficial to talk to your healthcare provider. Some conditions that can cause bloating include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gluten sensitivity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food allergies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic idiopathic pseudo-obstruction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pancreatic insufficiency<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gastroparesis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gastric, bowel, or ovarian malignancy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ascites<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acute gastroenteritis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hypothyroidism<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scleroderma<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-bloating\/\"><i>Intermittent Fasting Bloating: Why It Happens, and What You Can Do About It<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_I_Gain_Weight_when_Im_Bloated\"><\/span><b>Why Do I Gain Weight when I\u2019m Bloated?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As previously mentioned, bloating generally comes from three main things: excess gas in the body, excess fluid or water in the body, and trapped stool in the large intestines. While these three things can temporarily make the scale go up, they\u2019re not indicators of true weight gain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of it like dressing up in the winter compared to the summer. During colder months, you wear more clothes that are made of heavier fabric. These clothes are heavy themselves and will make you heavier when you put them on. During warmer months, you wear fewer clothes that are much lighter in fabric and don\u2019t feel as heavy when you wear them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This shows that excess gas, excess fluid, and trapped stool in the body can make you heavier, thereby increasing the number on the scale. However, as soon as you find a way to get rid of this, the number on the scale will return to normal.<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=does_bloating_cause_weight_gain\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2.png\" alt=\"does bloating cause weight gain\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Weight_Does_Bloating_Add\"><\/span><b>How Much Weight Does Bloating Add?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloating weight usually averages an extra one or two pounds on the weighing scale, although individual experiences may differ. However, as stated above, this isn\u2019t true weight gain, so don\u2019t let the number on the scale bother you too much.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_Bloat_Weight_Last\"><\/span><b>How Long Does Bloat Weight Last?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This weight generally lasts anywhere between a couple of hours and a few days &#8211; it all depends on the reason behind the bloat and how quickly you\u2019re able to address said underlying reason.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the bloat weight is due to constipation, as soon as you pass the stool, the scale number will reduce and you\u2019ll feel better.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it&#8217;s due to water retention, exercise can help you sweat out some of the excess water in many cases, leading to a drop in the scale. If your fluid retention is related to a medical condition, check with your doctor about ways to help reduce it.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it\u2019s due to excess gas, doing some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-bloating\/\"><b>yoga poses for bloating<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could help you pass the excess air, which should help you feel better and may show a lower number on the scale.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Reduce_Bloating_Immediately\"><\/span><b>How to Reduce Bloating Immediately<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloating can be uncomfortable and sometimes rather painful. Here are some tips to help you get rid of the bloat and offer relief:<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Bloat_Relief_Tips\"><\/span><b>Quick Bloat Relief Tips<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_Some_Yoga\"><\/span><b>Try Some Yoga<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some yoga asanas such as downward dog, seated forward fold, cat-cow, and knee-to-chest pose can help you release any gas that\u2019s trapped in your stomach.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_a_Walk\"><\/span><b>Take a Walk<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical activity in general helps digestion go smoothly and gets the bowels working, which helps with the release of gas and stool. Take a short 30-minute walk and you may just find yourself feeling much better.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_Some_Peppermint_Oil\"><\/span><b>Try Some Peppermint Oil<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research has suggested that peppermint oil can offer relief to patients with IBS (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6337770\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If your bloating is due to irritable bowel syndrome, then taking some peppermint oil or capsules could be helpful. However, you should always check with your healthcare provider first.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_Some_Anti-Gas_Medication\"><\/span><b>Take Some Anti-Gas Medication<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of these medications can easily be accessed over the counter and can help remove the excess air from your stomach and intestines.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Massage_Your_Belly\"><\/span><b>Massage Your Belly<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can help get the bowels moving, which will help you get rid of any stool in your colon and air trapped in your intestines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Lean and toned up body isn\u2019t just a far-fetched fantasy. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=does_bloating_cause_weight_gain\">Check out the BetterMe: Health Coaching app<\/a> and watch it propel your weight loss journey into high gear!<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=does_bloating_cause_weight_gain\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/3.png\" alt=\"does bloating cause weight gain\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long-Term_Tips_to_Get_Rid_of_and_Prevent_Bloating\"><\/span><b>Long-Term Tips to Get Rid of and Prevent Bloating<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the above tips can help you in a crunch, learning how to prevent bloating in the first place is the best solution. Here are some tips:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduce_Your_Consumption_of_Trigger_Foods\"><\/span><b>Reduce Your Consumption of Trigger Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you notice that you always end up feeling bloated after consuming certain foods, it may be best to reduce your intake of them. If possible, you may also replace them with other foods that provide you with the same nutrients without the bloating. For example, dairy can easily be substituted with plant-based milks and products. If you want to generally increase your fiber intake but experience bloating when you do, you can increase the fiber gradually to allow your body to get used to it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consume_More_Fermented_Foods_and_Probiotics\"><\/span><b>Consume More Fermented Foods and Probiotics<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such foods help provide your stomach with good bacteria that enables smoother digestion. Examples include kefir, kimchi, kombucha, tempeh, sauerkraut, and yogurt.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_How_to_Eat_More_Slowly\"><\/span><b>Learn How to Eat More Slowly<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating quickly may save time, but it also causes you to swallow a lot of air, which leads to bloating. Learn how to eat more slowly &#8211; this will help you savor your food more and you\u2019ll be less likely to swallow as much air<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Chewing_Gum_and_Drinking_Carbonated_Drinks\"><\/span><b>Avoid Chewing Gum and Drinking Carbonated Drinks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fizzy carbonated drinks already contain gas that you swallow, which may contribute to bloating. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calories-burned-chewing-gum\/\">Chewing gum<\/a> also leads to swallowing air, which does the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduce_Your_Salt_Intake\"><\/span><b>Reduce Your Salt Intake<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased sodium intake can contribute to water retention. If you realize your symptoms include a bloated stomach, weight gain, and swelling after eating a particularly salty meal, sodium could be the reason. Reducing your intake of sodium could help you get rid of these symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_More_Active\"><\/span><b>Get More Active<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only does regular physical activity help prevent water retention, it also helps with digestion, two factors that help prevent the dreaded bloat.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Am_I_Bloated_All_the_Time\"><\/span><b>Why Am I Bloated All the Time?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As previously stated, bloating is caused by a number of issues, so we can\u2019t give you a specific answer. However, exploring the list above and speaking to your healthcare provider could help you find an answer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/bloating-vs-fat\/\"><i>Bloating vs Fat: What&#8217;s The Difference?<\/i><\/a><i><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=does_bloating_cause_weight_gain\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4-1.png\" alt=\"does bloating cause weight gain\" \/><\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_bloating_cause_belly_fat\"><\/span><strong>Does bloating cause belly fat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, it doesn\u2019t. As mentioned above, bloating is never due to increased fat in the belly, but simply due to excess air, fluid, or stool in the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_tell_if_Im_bloated\"><\/span><strong>How do I tell if I\u2019m bloated?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re bloated, you will likely feel a sensation of gassiness, trapped gas, a feeling of pressure or being distended with or without obvious visible distension, or a sense of fullness or pressure in the abdomen. A bloated stomach also feels hard to the touch rather than soft.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_weigh_myself_if_Im_bloated\"><\/span><strong>Should I weigh myself if I\u2019m bloated?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No. There\u2019s no need to constantly weigh yourself, let alone when you\u2019re simply bloated.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_coffee_cause_bloating\"><\/span><strong>Does coffee cause bloating?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not in most people. However, people who suffer from gastrointestinal issues such as inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome may feel some abdominal discomfort such as bloating after they consume <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/healthy-coffee\/\">coffee<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=does_bloating_cause_weight_gain\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does bloating cause weight gain? No, it doesn\u2019t &#8211; at least in the traditional sense. Bloating may make the number on the scale go up by 1 or 2 pounds, but it\u2019s never due to increased fat in the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re constantly suffering from bloating, check your triggers as they can help you figure out the root cause of the situation. If you\u2019re stumped and can\u2019t figure out why you often bloat, we suggest that you seek medical advice as it could be due to an undiagnosed medical condition.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bloating is something we\u2019re all familiar with. One day your stomach is its normal size, and the next day it looks larger, and you have a hard time buttoning up your pants. 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Kamau\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/4f548988834abcdb679701b671acb8bb\"},\"headline\":\"Does Bloating Cause Weight Gain: Separating Myth from Scientific Fact\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/\"},\"wordCount\":2114,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-bloating-cause-weight-gain\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_1028361148-scaled.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Weight Loss\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Bloating is something we\u2019re all familiar with. One day your stomach is its normal size, and the next day it looks larger, and you have a hard time buttoning up your pants. Sudden weight gain in the stomach in females and males can be concerning, especially if you\u2019re keeping an eye on your weight for your health or other reasons.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">But does bloating cause weight gain? Is the larger-looking tummy area an indication of fat gain? 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