There are many reasons that can cause bloating, such as overeating, poor digestion and absorption, or consuming bloating-inducing foods. Sometimes, this can also lead to difficulty in passing stool. So what can you do when your stomach is bloated and you can't pass stool?
Home Remedies for Bloating and Constipation
Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang
Ingredients: 12g of rhubarb, 6g of licorice, 12g of mirabilite.
Instructions: Boil 3 liters of water with rhubarb and licorice until it reduces to 1 liter. Remove the residue and add mirabilite to the liquid. Bring it to a boil over low heat and consume it while it's still warm.
Benefits: Promotes bowel movement and can be used for abdominal bloating and constipation.
Abdominal Massage for Relief from Bloating and Constipation
Method 1
Tighten your fist and apply pressure on the upper abdomen. Make circular motions from left to right for 5 to 10 times. Keep your fists together and perform 15 circular motions on the lower abdomen. Then, continue with 20 downward strokes on the lower abdomen, ensuring slow movements.
Method 2
Place the palm of your right hand on the navel and stack the left palm on the back of the right hand. Massage in a clockwise direction about 120 times, gradually moving to the entire abdomen. Gradually reduce the massage area and return to the navel. Repeat this process three times, then switch the position of your hands and massage in the opposite direction.
Intestinal Exercises for Relief from Bloating and Constipation
Instructions for Intestinal Exercises
1. Stand with your feet relaxed, shoulder-width apart. Take a deep breath and slowly exhale. Keep your strength stable and try to relax. Cross your hands with palms facing outwards. Exhale while slowly extending your hands towards your head. Then, slowly relax and exhale while lowering your hands. Repeat this 5 times.
2. Bend one leg and hold the knee with both hands. Exhale while pulling the knee towards your chest, then slowly inhale and return to the starting position. Repeat this with the other leg, 3 times on each side.
Dietary Therapy for Relieving Bloating and Constipation
Some foods can stimulate gastric secretion, promote gastrointestinal motility, and accelerate food digestion and absorption, thereby relieving gas and promoting bowel movements.
Banana Stewed with Rock Sugar
Recipe: 2 bananas, rock sugar, and an appropriate amount of water. Stew until cooked and consume.
Benefits: Lubricates the intestines, promotes bowel movements, and aids digestion.
Rice Vinegar with Honey
Recipe: 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 3 to 5 times water. Mix well and drink after meals.
Benefits: Promotes digestion, lubricates the intestines, and promotes bowel movements.
Engage in Moderate Physical Exercise
Perform activities that strengthen the abdominal muscles, promote gastrointestinal motility, and facilitate gas and stool elimination.
For example: squats, cycling, walking, and practicing tai chi.
