Carbonated drinks are full of empty calories and slow down your metabolism, causing your body to store more fat. Diet sodas aren’t any better because they contain artificial sweeteners that can increase hunger. A can of soda contains about 150 calories and causes bloating due to the carbon dioxide. Store-bought fruit juices aren’t an ideal alternative because they’re often full of sugar and devoid of nutritional value. Choose water or homemade iced, unsweetened infusions.
Chewing gum
Chewing gum signals your brain and stomach that a meal is coming, causing an overproduction of gastric juices and a feeling of hunger. Furthermore, mint-flavored gum alters the flavor of fruits and vegetables, encouraging you to eat sweeter foods.
High-sodium foods
Foods high in sodium are not only harmful to your health, but also cause bloating by retaining fluids in the body. Daily sodium intake is often double the recommended amount. Therefore, limit your salt intake and check food labels to avoid excessive sodium intake.
Fast Food
