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Do you always feel bloated? Here is why

Reasons you are bloated (Photo: iStock)

When you're bloated, your stomach will feel fuller, firmer and a bit more stretched than usual, which is normally caused by excess gas. Depending on the severity, you might also experience other symptoms such as excess farting, burping and in some extreme cases pain and diarrhoea.

Generally, bloating isn't always a cause for alarm although sometimes it can be a sign that you need to go for a check-up urgently. If you realize that you're constantly feeling bloated, here are some reasons and solutions:

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