Why Am I Always Bloated? Your Gut Might Be the Missing Link

Why Am I Always Bloated? Your Gut Might Be the Missing Link

We’ve all been there. You eat clean. You skip the soda. You hit your steps. And yet… by mid-afternoon, your stomach feels like a balloon.

If you’re constantly battling bloat — even when you're doing “everything right” — it might be time to stop blaming your lunch and start looking a little deeper.

Specifically: your gut.

Bloating Isn’t Just About Food

Yes, some foods are more likely to cause gas or discomfort — especially things like dairy, legumes, or cruciferous veggies. But for many women, bloating happens even with healthy meals.

That’s because bloat isn’t just about what you eat. It’s about how your body responds — and that’s where the gut microbiome comes in.

Your microbiome is the collection of trillions of bacteria that live in your digestive tract. These microbes help break down food, regulate inflammation, and support your immune system. But when they’re out of balance, they can also produce excessive gas, trigger sensitivities, or disrupt digestion.

In short: when your gut is off, bloat is often one of the first signs.

So What’s Throwing Your Gut Off?

Here’s what we see most often in the data from thousands of gut health assessments:

• Too much of the wrong bacteria. Some strains produce more gas during digestion, especially when breaking down carbs or fibers.
• Not enough diversity. A healthy gut thrives on variety. Low diversity = poor resilience and sluggish digestion.
• Hidden sensitivities. You might be reacting to foods you’d never suspect — even ones you thought were “healthy.”

And it’s not just diet. Stress, poor sleep, antibiotics, hormone changes, and even over-exercising can shift your gut bacteria.

That’s why bloating can feel so unpredictable. It’s influenced by more than just what’s on your plate.

Your Body Is Sending You Signals

Bloating might be common, but it’s not something you just have to live with. The more you understand the root causes — especially the role of your gut microbiome — the more you can take small steps toward feeling better.

Curious what your own microbiome might reveal? Learn more about your gut health with our at home test.

Because it’s not just what you eat.
It’s what you do.
It’s who you are.