Stomach bloating – this yoga exercise could relieve trapped wind pain

Stomach bloating has affected most people at some point in their lives, according to the NHS.

The condition can make the stomach feel stretched, uncomfortable, and puffy.

But patients could relieve their bloating pain by doing this quick yoga pose, it’s been claimed.

The ‘cat cow’ pose aims to get rid of IBS symptoms and trapped gas, according to nutritionist Maeve Madden.

The best time to do the yoga pose is just before bed, she said.

The yoga pose begins by kneeling on all fours, with your hands directly underneath the shoulders.

Knees and feet should be parallel to each other by pointing toes.

Relax the head so that you look directly at the floor.

“The first move is into cow pose,” said Madden in her book ‘Beat Your Bloat’. “Inhale as you lower your belly towards the floor.

“Your chin and chest should be lifted so that you are now looking towards the ceiling.”

Now, move into cat pose. Exhale and pull your belly towards your spine, while curving your back and pushing toward the ceiling, said Madden.

Let your head drop down toward the floor, before inhaling and moving back in cow pose.

“While each of us is different, at some point most of us suffer from some form of tummy cramps,” said the nutritionist.

“Whatever the cause, if you are stuck at home and all else has failed [it happens], try my go-to home yoga workout, especially before bed.

“So, get out the yoga mat or just get on the floor. Wear something comfy – Lululemon need not apply here, fluffy pyjamas are just as good.”

Patients could also prevent the condition from coming back by making sure they eat meals during daylight hours, it’s been claimed.

The digestive system is more active when it’s light outside, which could stop stomach bloating symptoms.

Bloating could be caused by eating too much food, or by swallowing air, said the NHS.

Skipping meals, or talking with your mouth full, could aggravate your bloating pain.

Speak to a GP if bloating symptoms don’t disappear. Persistently feeling full could be a warning sign of ovarian cancer in women.