Why do I feel bloated even when I eat “healthy”?

Short answer
Many healthy foods are harder to digest.

What’s usually happening
Fibre-rich foods can increase gas, especially if intake changes quickly.

What this is usually not

• eating the wrong way

• needing to eat less healthy food

Common reasons

• sudden increase in vegetables or whole foods

• very large “clean” meals

What usually helps

• gradual changes

• steady portions

When to pay attention
If bloating worsens as your diet becomes stricter.

If your bloating feels different from this, go back to the main bloating page.