Theres a clear difference between normal and chronic bloating, Dr. B explains.

But how can we tell when bloating is abnormal or more than usual?

How much bloating is too much, and what can we do about it?

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“Speaking as a gastroenterologist, we all get bloated sometimes, myself included.

Here’s what the gut doctor has to say about this frequently asked question.

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