@thestomachdoc: A bloating hack that can work surprisingly fast. Duet with @claudiakathrynn It’s called an abdominal massage, and it can help move trapped gas and stool through the colon, stimulate bowel movements, and provide relief from bloating and constipation. Lie flat on your back with your knees slightly bent. You can use a small amount of coconut oil, lotion, or massage oil to make the movements easier. Start on the lower right side of your abdomen, massage upward toward your ribs, move across the upper abdomen from right to left, then massage downward along the left side toward your pelvis. You’re essentially following the natural direction stool travels through the colon. Use gentle, comfortable pressure and repeat the pattern for about 5–10 minutes. Stop if it causes pain. Abdominal massage has actually been studied for constipation, including in people with IBS, and research suggests it may improve bowel movement frequency, constipation symptoms, abdominal discomfort, bloating, and quality of life. It’s simple, free, and can be a useful bloating hack, constipation remedy, trapped gas technique, IBS tool, and digestive health habit when your stomach feels backed up. Persistent or severe bloating, constipation, vomiting, significant abdominal pain, or inability to pass gas or stool should be medically evaluated.

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