EP:11. Why Bloating is not about the Food!

Bloating is one of the most common concerns I hear, and often, it leads to cutting out more and more foods with little relief. In this episode, we shift the focus away from “what to avoid” and instead explore why your body is reacting in the first place. You’ll learn how bloating is often a sign of poor digestion rather than a specific food intolerance. We cover common triggers, but more importantly, the root causes — including low stomach acid, gut imbalances, stress, hormones, and slowed digestion. I also touch on: • The gut–stress connection and why your nervous system matters • Hormonal influences on bloating (especially for women) • Common gut conditions like IBS and SIBO • The link between constipation and bloating • Simple, practical ways to start supporting your gut If you feel like you’re reacting to everything you eat, this episode will help you understand why — and what you can start doing about it. Bloating isn’t random. It’s a message from your body. If you’d like to go deeper, you’re very welcome to join The Whole Health Revolution for one week free using the code FREEWEEK at www.naturalhealthproject.co.nz/weightlossprogram  To contact Rachelle: [email protected]  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naturalhealthproject LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naturalhealthproject/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whole_health_revolution/  Your free week gives you access to over 47 private podcast episodes with live Q&A sessions, plus all program resources and tools. You can cancel anytime. Chapters (00:00:00) - Why You're Bloating(00:01:31) - Bloating(00:07:54) - Common gut conditions, including leaky gut, hyperpermeability(00:10:02) - How to relieve bloating with regular bowel movements(00:12:34) - IBS and FODMAPs(00:14:34) - How to soothe your gut?(00:20:11) - The Whole Health Revolution