Bloating is one of the most annoying period symptoms — your clothes feel tighter, your stomach feels heavy, and you’re just uncomfortable in your own body. The good news? What you eat can make a big difference.
Here are the top foods that help reduce bloating during your period:
🥒 Cucumber – High in water, helps flush out excess sodium
🍍 Pineapple – Contains bromelain, an enzyme that reduces inflammation
🍌 Bananas – Rich in potassium, which helps balance fluids
🍵 Ginger tea – Calms the stomach and eases water retention
🥦 Steamed greens – Help digestion without causing gas
🥥 Coconut water – A great natural electrolyte replacement
And don’t forget about hydration. Drinking more water may sound counterintuitive when you’re bloated, but it actually helps reduce it. Water keeps things moving in your digestive system and flushes out excess salt.
🚫 Try to avoid:
- Salty snacks and processed foods
- Carbonated drinks (including sparkling water!)
- Dairy (if you’re sensitive to it)
- Chewing gum (causes you to swallow air)
Bonus tip: Eat slowly and avoid eating late at night — this helps reduce digestive stress.
Instead of battling your body during your cycle, support it with gentle foods that bring relief. Bloating isn’t permanent — and these small changes can help you feel lighter and more in control. 🌿
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