When you eat, food enters the mouth, is swallowed, then travels down the esophagus and into the stomach. Upon arrival, the digestive system uses bacteria, acid, enzymes, and chemicals to help pull nutrients from food that the body needs for nutrition and energy. Sometimes as you swallow, you might take in additional air. This can also happen when you have carbonated drinks, such as soda. This air is...
Of all the many side effects of having your period, one of many women’s least favorite is bloating. It can make you feel uncomfortable and even look like you’ve gained weight. For some women it’s even painful. While this PMS symptom is largely hormones causing water retention, what you eat can either help or make it worse. Here are - some cool food tips - to take down bloating before it starts. Watch...