The consequences are significant: accelerated muscle loss, a soft flabby appearance despite weight loss, reduced metabolic rate, weakened immune function, hair loss, and poor recovery from exercise
Together, they discuss: - The difference between occasional bloating and chronic bloating - Common causes including diet, IBS, and gut-brain disorders - How constipation and motility issues contribute to bloating - When bloating may be linked to conditions like IBS, food intolerances, or SIBO - Warning signs that should prompt medical evaluation - Practical, evidence-based strategies to safely reduce bloating If bloating is affecting your daily comfort or quality of life, this episode offers trusted, physician-guided insights to help you better understand your symptoms and know when to seek care
GV has received lecture and/or consulting fees from Ipsen, Pfizer, Novo Nordisk, Recordati, Takeda and HRA Pharma, and is Research Investigator in studies sponsored by Novartis, Recordati, Corcept, Chiasma and Takeda
whilst no confirmed causal link has been established , this warrants open discussion