Bloating
#120442 - 11/10/04 04:46 AM
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Pepita
Reged: 11/10/04
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I have long-standing problems with constipation and bloating.The problem has been explained to me as slow transit with no organic cause.
After posting on this board ages ago,Heather suggested I might have coeliac disease and should be tested.
I had the relevant blood test and the result said it was "very unlikely" that I had the condition.
So,I'm back to looking at Heather's diet.The main thing that bothers me about it is that I don't think it will help my bloating - which is often more troublesome than my constipation.The fennel tea helps with trapped gas,but I can be bloated even when I am not aware of any problem with gas.
Also,Zelmac helps me with C. but the bloating remains.
Any ideas,anyone?
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Re: Bloating
#120445 - 11/10/04 05:29 AM
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marymary
Reged: 11/01/04
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Loc: Zurich, Switzerland
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Hi Pepita. I recognize myself in your post. I suffer from C and bloating as well. I also drink fennel tea although most times I feel that a bit of exercise is the best. Walking around in the office for example. I do yoga regularly which has helped me a lot (although not "freed" me) because it teaches you to breathe correctly as well. Not much help, sorry, just wanted you to know that your not alone.
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I have read a lot of opinions like yours on another IBS forum. Some people there recommend completely gluten free so as to have nothing for the gas bacteria to feed on- but this DOES NOT work. Honestly I have had the world record bloat and I know it has more to do with a long term healthy bowel than what goes in there at the moment. In other words, your bloating will go away if your bowel functions properly by eating a safe diet and staying away from trigger foods (like Heather's!!!) Of course regularity is important- a little C makes it easier to get B but when you are stable that happens, you are regular. So follow the diet and with time you will find your tummy flat as a pancake. I never thought I would have that but I do!
Additionally, the fennel tea is awesome or a mix fennel tea from the store does taste better. Too much soy too quickly can cause gas, also brassicas like broccoli and of course beans; walking everyday, eating slowly and often and going 'potty' when you have to will be very beneficial too! Hope this helps. 
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IBS-A for 20 years with terrible bloating and gas. On the diet since April 2004. Remember this from Heather's information pages:
"You absolutely must eat insoluble fiber foods, and as much as safely possible, but within the IBS dietary guidelines. Treat insoluble fiber foods with suitable caution, and you'll be able to enjoy a wide variety of them, in very healthy quantities, without problem." Please eat IF foods!
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Your complaints sound like mine. The bloating is so uncomfortable and the gas so unbearable. I wish I could also find what would alleviate the problem. I am now taking Reglan but after a week have had no changes. I just received the Acacia in the mail but am so hesitant to use it because taking Citrucel exacerbated my situation.
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Thanks for all comments.Actually,little Minnie,when I am "regular" as I think I said I am for periods on Zelmac,I still get bloated.This is what I don't understand.
Also,on occasions,I have a very good evacuation in the morning where I really feel I have expelled properly(happens rarely)and flat stomach straight after.But then,within a couple of hours,I'm starting to bloat out again!It is this that I don't understand.
I'm trying just now to eat more(appetite goes down when I'm bloated and constipated)and eating brown rice every day and soluble fibre.Stools are better ,but that damned bloating......
And fennel tea just doesn't do anything for my bloating.
(loved that kitten by the way - was that you're post,Little.M?)
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#120525 - 11/10/04 09:44 AM
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Neeta
Reged: 04/02/04
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Loc: Ontario, Canada
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Hi there, just read your message and I too suffer from bloating. I have come off gluten entirely and since I have (3 mths now) feel much better. The bloating has definately subsided, although at times I still bloat for some reason. I have to say again, no gluten has helped me immensely! Have you tried massaging your tummy, this helps me get rid of the trapped gas, it makes me belch. Definately do it in private. Also a stretch, I will try to descibe it, this is fantastic for me, lie on our side with knees on top of each other and bent. Take your up side arm and try to bring it to the floor (it will take time) as your muscles realign your shoulder will reach the floor and your hand will get there too. All the time I belch and belch! Feel much better after. Give it a go and see what happens. Also definately consider going gluten free for a while. I improved immediately! Don't rely on tests! Neeta
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#120544 - 11/10/04 10:16 AM
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michele
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This is one of my biggest compliants also. I am Ibs C but take miralax to counteract the C. I also find even with "going" on a regular basis, I suffer from the bloating. I also will find it to get worse as the day progresses. When I'm mostly stable I would say the bloating varies from day to day. Someday I HAVE to unbutton my pants by noon and can't wait to get home and into a nightgown or something without a waist. When I'm not so stable, I literally look 6-7 months pregnant! I have pants and bra's I wear for bad tummy days. My belly bloats so much sometimes, my bra's hurt!! I have asked the dr many times about this and have been assured its "JUST" ibs and its nothing to worry about! Like to see the dr's live a day in my tummy and call it JUST ibs!! 
I haven't found a whole lot to help. The heating pad makes it feel better. Exercising and taking the maxium dose of gas-x will also help. I don't understand either what is causeing the severe bloat but you are not alone!
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Taking it one day at a time.....
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And it has not helped the bloat at all! Don't want to dishearten you but I agree with the others. Getting regular BM's helps the most. I am going to try the Gas x and stretching now.
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~ Beth
Constipation, pain prodominent,cramps, spasms and bloat!
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#120670 - 11/10/04 01:17 PM
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Nelly
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Hey Michele,
I'm reading your post at 4:10 pm today, pants unbuttoned, tummy bloated at my desk, hoping my VERY understanding officemate has not noticed his co-worker letting it allll hang out. 
I need a cup of water, as I'm really sweating it out, but I can't stand up or my jeans will fall down. Ugh, this is embarrasing, but the bloat really kills me in the afternoon. I'm waiting for my colleague to get up and get a cup of coffee or something so I can streighten myself out. *embarrassed*
~nelly~
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I have been there and I can only say you have to trust me (and us). There is more to being stable than pooping everyday- somehow- I can't explain it but now that I am stable I just don't bloat. I know what you mean about being regular and still bloating later on, I had that for many, many years. But with Heather's diet and the right amount of soluble fiber supplement I am not bloated anymore. There is no magic pill or anything but I do highly recommend fennel based tea. It helps a lot but will not take the bloating completely away without getting stable.
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IBS-A for 20 years with terrible bloating and gas. On the diet since April 2004. Remember this from Heather's information pages:
"You absolutely must eat insoluble fiber foods, and as much as safely possible, but within the IBS dietary guidelines. Treat insoluble fiber foods with suitable caution, and you'll be able to enjoy a wide variety of them, in very healthy quantities, without problem." Please eat IF foods!
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