Published on: 7/4/2025
Why do I experience upper stomach bloating after meals?
Upper stomach bloating after meals can be due to various reasons, like how your stomach reacts to food or how it moves food along. It can also be related to how your body senses signals from the stomach.
Explanation
After eating, some people feel bloated in the upper stomach area. This can happen for a few reasons. One reason is how the stomach reacts to food. Sometimes, the stomach doesn't move food along as it should, causing bloating. This is called gastric motility issues.
Another reason could be how sensitive your stomach is to signals after eating. Some people's stomachs are more sensitive to these signals, which can make them feel bloated even if there isn't a lot of gas or food in the stomach.
Here are a few things to consider:
- Gastric Motility: If the stomach is slow at moving food, it can cause bloating.
- Sensitivity: Some people's stomachs are more sensitive to the feelings of fullness or gas.
If you often feel bloated after meals, it might help to talk to a healthcare provider. They can help find out what's causing it and suggest ways to feel better.
(References)
- Lacy BE, Cangemi D, & Vazquez-Roque M. (2021). Management of Chronic Abdominal Distension and Bloating. Clinical gastroenterology and hepatology : the official clinical practice journal of the American Gastroenterological Association, 32246999.
- Serra J. (2022). Management of bloating. Neurogastroenterology and motility, 35143108.
- Feinle-Bisset C. (2016). Upper gastrointestinal sensitivity to meal-related signals in .... Physiology & behavior, 27013098.
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