Stomach Soars And Winds When Waking Up? This Is The Cause

Illustration of bloating and cold (Freepik) stomach

JAKARTA - Not a few people experience feeling full stomach, bloating, or even like getting cold when waking up. This discomfort is quite common for many people, and can greatly interfere with morning activities.

According to experts, the stomach that feels bloating when waking up can be caused by several factors related to our own diet, body activity, and digestive system.

Dr. Christine Lee, a gastroenterologist from Cleveland Clinic, explains that gas actually continues to be produced by healthy bacteria in the intestines, even while sleeping.

"Bacterials in the digestive tract fermented food remains throughout the night, and this produces gas," said Dr. Lee, quoted from the Shape page.

If you eat large portions of dinner or high-fiber food, most likely the gas you produce will be more and pile up until the morning.

During activities, the body's muscles, including muscles around the anus (anal shelter), work to hold the gas back. But during sleep, the body enters a more relaxed condition, so that the gas can more easily get out or be trapped. This creates a feeling of rebuttal.

"Our autonomous nervous system is more active during the day and more relaxed at night, making gas-retaining muscles also more relaxed," added Dr. Lee.

Melissa Majumdar, a nutritionist and spokesman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietics reminded that inconsistent eating schedules can make digestion 'surprisant' and work harder at night.

"Many people tend to miss breakfast or lunch, then eat big at night. This makes the burden of digestion accumulate and gas form during sleep," he explained.

High-fiber foods such as nuts, vegetables, and fruits are healthy, but if you eat a large amount at night and your body is not used to it, the effect can become bloating when you wake up.

"If the body is not used to high fiber intake, the fermentation process by intestinal bacteria can produce excess gases," said Majumdar.

Lack of physical activity also affects, 'Sports are essential to maintaining the movement of digestive channels,' said Dr. Lee.

People who rarely move are at risk of constipation and accumulation of gas. In addition, drinking enough water helps fiber work better in the intestines. Without water, fiber can actually slow down digestion and trigger bloating.

If you often experience a bloating stomach or catch a cold while waking up, try to pay attention to the following things:

- Avoid eating big before bed

- Reduce high-fiber soluble foods at night

- Stay active all day

- Drink enough water

- Keep a regular meal schedule

If the complaint continues to repeat or gets worse, it is better to consult a doctor or nutritionist.

"If gas or bloating feels excessive, changing from usual or disrupting activities, it's time to seek professional help." suggested Dr. Lee.