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    when ever i eat ANYTHING my stomach looks huge!! Advice?!

    Posts: 332 Member
    edited February 8 in Goal: Maintaining Weight
    Im so tired of after eating anything even salad my stomach gets instantly bigger i feel like thats not normal? Any suggestions on how to maybe how to help this??

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    • Posts: 1,039 Member
      Are you making fun of the woman who was in the news? The one who looks pregnant after she eats because of an unidentified condition?
    • Posts: 332 Member
      Good thing your stomach isn't very big to begin with.
    • Posts: 332 Member
      Are you making fun of the woman who was in the news? The one who looks pregnant after she eats because of an unidentified condition?

      no i never even heard about that topic.. i don't look pregnant but it usually adds about an inch or two and i feel like thats not normal so i was just trying to see some opinions..
    • Posts: 1,217 Member
      This happens to me too! i've heard that it's just gas, and also if you don't chew your thoroughly, it can cause this. I don't know how true any of that is. I just go with it and use it as part of my charm :wink: . lol
    • Posts: 56,142 Member
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    • Posts: 1,116 Member
      ^^^ LOVE IT! just go poop!

      It's probably in your head. I am sure when you eat and become full your tummy does expand. However it will go down once you eliminate the food!
    • Posts: 1,217 Member
      That pic is so cute!
    • Posts: 332 Member
      lol! idk if its that.. like if i eat a larger supper while wearing a button up shirt you can see how much tighter it got on me.. still think its an odd situation
    • Posts: 16,947 Member
      An inch or two is quite normal. And if it's that big of an issue with your clothes, I respectfully suggest your clothes are a little too tight to begin with.
    • Posts: 738 Member
      If you're really concerned, it may be a good idea to see a GI specialist.
    • Posts: 280 Member
      i have a bigger issue!

      when it rains:


      the ground gets wet!!!!

      im concerned for the safety of the ground

      what if it cant swim?
    • Posts: 332 Member
      An inch or two is quiet normal. And if it's that big of an issue with your clothes, I respectfully suggest your clothes are a little too tight to begin with.

      I don't know if im explaining my self right.. the clothes are fit but not tight. When i eat i can tell my shirt is tighter, but like someone has mentioned it could just be me being too self conscious. i just hate that feeling of being full im odd haha
    • Posts: 39,744 Member
      Could you be pregnant?
    • Posts: 1 Member
      Have you tried taking a quality probiotic to help with digestion? Try it if you haven't. You will be pleasantly suprised how much better you feel. Give it a good 30 days to build up in your system.
    • Posts: 332 Member
      if you want to be mean or sarcastic you can go to another page.. just asking if others feel this or if i should go see someone about it.
    • Posts: 332 Member
      Could you be pregnant?

      Have you tried taking a quality probiotic to help with digestion? Try it if you haven't. You will be pleasantly suprised how much better you feel. Give it a good 30 days to build up in your system.

      no this has been going on for a few years.. and thanks for the probiotic advice i will try it!
    • Posts: 2,918 Member
      If you're really concerned, it may be a good idea to see a GI specialist.
    • Posts: 1
      I do the same thing, always have. Idk what causes it bc it happens no matter what I eat. I used to skip meals before going out so I wouldn't bloat up.
    • Posts: 332 Member
      I do the same thing, always have. Idk what causes it bc it happens no matter what I eat. I used to skip meals before going out so I wouldn't bloat up.

      same here!! it feels so uncomfortable when ever i eat even just a normal or small proportioned meal
    • Posts: 259 Member
      It is actually quite common to expand a bit after eating or drinking. You are ingesting several ounces of food and or fluid and it takes some time for it to process. Chewing carefully (as was mentioned earlier) and eating slowly so that you don't ingest air as well will help some of this.

      Certain clothes especially those that are fit to you will certainly show this expansion. if you are bothered by it, wear clothing with a bit of give to allow for this temporary expansion.
    • Posts: 6,998 Member
      Mine does too. It's because it's full of stuff. Get over it.

      ETA: Unless you're experiencing pain or discomfort, which you didn't mention. That's when I'd suggest a GI.
    • Posts: 332 Member
      Mine does too. It's because it's full of stuff. Get over it.

      your not getting what im saying. i shouldn't feel like im going to puke after eating a salad and chicken breast..
    • Posts: 1,034 Member
      If it concerns you that much, ask your doctor about it. They can check and rule out any medical issues that might be underlying.
    • Posts: 332 Member
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      Mine does too. It's because it's full of stuff. Get over it.

      ETA: Unless you're experiencing pain or discomfort, which you didn't mention. That's when I'd suggest a GI.

      same here!! it feels so uncomfortable when ever i eat even just a normal or small proportioned meal


      i did mention..
    • Posts: 24,208 Member
      I can't help you. I don't bloat.

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    • Posts: 332 Member
      I can't help you. I don't bloat.

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      lol thanks anyways!

      i think i will see a doctor
    • Posts: 3,498 Member
      i think i will see a doctor

      That is a good idea. Could be IBS.

      What is your diet like? Is it very high in fibre?
    • Posts: 136 Member
      Spanx. :)

      Seriously, the food has to go somewhere. And it is perfectly healthy for it to go to your stomach. And to show. I am a pretty hefty girl and even I notice the difference!

      Check with a doctor to assure yourself. But I hope your puffy tummy doesn't create such an issue that you stop eating healthily.
    • Posts: 332 Member
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      That is a good idea. Could be IBS.

      What is your diet like? Is it very high in fibre?

      yes i eat fiber one bars for breakfast/ snack at times, greek yogurt and bananas for breakfast usually salad for lunch and dinner varies. typically pretty healthy and balanced through out the day.
    • Posts: 660 Member
      Could you be pregnant?

      This was my first thought too
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