Uncomfortable bloating may be heightened by one common habit, doctor explains

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Many of us know the feeling all too well - indulging in a snack or dessert too many, followed by the unwelcome onset of bloating. This uncomfortable sensation of a swollen or overly full belly generally occurs due to excess stomach gas or digestive issues . ‌

Typical causes often include different foods such as fizzy drinks and vegetables, along with food intolerances, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) , and even periods . However, one doctor proposes that another unexpected cause of bloating exists, unrelated to the food you eat or underlying health issues . ‌

Instead, it mainly depends on how much air you swallow, which is particularly heightened if you're a frequent gum chewer. Speaking to the Mirror previously, Dr Lawrence Cunningham, a retired