Bloating is a common complaint that can be caused by issues such as yeast overgrowth, food intolerances or sensitivities, a shortage of gastric enzymes, or various other problems. Successive rounds of antibiotics can cause yeast to proliferate, causing bloating, gas, food cravings and other unpleasant symptoms. Intolerances involving foods like eggs, gluten, wheat, dairy and even some fruits can also cause bloating. Food combinations or irregular mealtimes can pose a problem in some cases. Some people also don’t have enough of specific digestive enzymes.
- Intestinal yeast overgrowth is usually caused by antibiotic use, especially if you take antibiotics frequently.
- A food intolerance is a delayed reaction to a specific food where the intestines become irritated or inflamed.
- Many people who experience bloating are suffering from gluten intolerance or celiac disease, which can be diagnosed via medical testing.
“Bloating is one of the most frequent complaints that I hear in my office, and the good news is that it is almost always treatable once we have determined the underlying cause.”