This green veggie is full of potassium, prebiotics and fiber to prevent uncomfy gas and stool buildup.
If you’re tired of your stomach feeling like a distended balloon, you’re not alone.
In fact, it is pretty common.
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A study shows that almost 18% ofpeople experience bloatingat least once a week.
“Bloating refers to a sense of fullness in the upper abdomen.
This can be influenced by gas and/or food accumulation in the stomach,” explains Yoon.
If you have celiac disease or lactose intolerance, avoiding gluten or dairy, respectively, can alleviate bloating.
Why Is Asparagus the Best Underrated Food for Bloating?
It Contains Prebiotics
Asparaguscontains prebiotics, which are food for the healthy bacteria in your gut.
These help promote a healthy gut microbiome and prevent unpleasant symptoms like bloating or constipation.
Namely, xylose and inulintwo bioactive compounds in asparagushave been shown to have prebiotic effects.
Inulin adds to asparagus' high fiber content.
This compound is considered a prebiotic, which helps with better bowel regularity, notes Yoon.
Plus, asparagus is full offiberanother key nutrient for preventing constipation.
It Acts as a Natural Diuretic
Water retention can also contribute to bloating, notes Yoon.
He recommends eatingpotassium-rich foods(like asparagus) to prevent this.
Each cup of asparagus has 271 milligrams of potassium6% of the DV.Why does potassium help?
This can lead to increased urination and excretion of excess salt, which may cause bloating.
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