Ah, that uncomfortable bloated feeling after a good meal — who hasn’t experienced it? It can be embarrassing and uncomfortable, and sometimes it feels as though your favourite jeans are about to burst. The good news is that a few simple habits can make the end of a meal more enjoyable. Find out what activated charcoal is, why it is often mentioned in connection with bloating, the forms it comes in and what our SOS Bloated Belly Capsules contain.
What should you know about activated charcoal?
- A porous material: Activated charcoal is obtained by carbonising plant materials. It is often mentioned when discussing bloating.
- Feeling comfortable after meals: After a heavy meal, the feeling of having a bloated stomach is often linked to our eating habits: eating quickly, talking while eating or drinking fizzy drinks. Taking your time at the table is a simple first step.
- Fresher breath: Drinking water regularly throughout the day and maintaining good oral hygiene can help keep your breath fresher.
- Burping: Chewing slowly with your mouth closed, and limiting chewing gum and fizzy drinks, can help you swallow less air, which is often linked to burping or belching.
- Bowel regularity: A varied diet, sufficient hydration and regular physical activity are part of a balanced lifestyle.
If you experience acidity, heartburn or intestinal irritation, ask a doctor or medical professional for advice.
Activated charcoal and bloating: why is it mentioned?
- A particular texture: Activated charcoal is a very fine black powder with a porous structure. If your bloated stomach is linked to bloating or difficult digestion, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using it.
- Bloating and gas: These discomforts are often linked to swallowing air while eating. And guess what? Eating slowly, in a calm setting and without screens, is already a good habit.
Activated charcoal is available in a variety of forms to suit individual preferences. It comes as powder, which can be mixed with water or juice, or as capsules and softgels, which are convenient and easy to take and help avoid the taste of pure charcoal. If you are taking medication, ask your pharmacist for advice.
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- Peppermint contributes to digestive function, and green anise helps support digestion
- Couch grass brings its gentle sweetness, hibiscus its tangy note and meadowsweet its floral touch
- Linden, for its part, adds a soft, floral note and aids digestion
Activated charcoal: what to bear in mind
Let’s be clear: activated charcoal does not change your body shape.
Our Charcoal Bloating Capsules: what you need to know
At Cellublue, we have developed our SOS Bloated Belly Capsules, combining activated charcoal with cinnamon and fennel.
A practical format: Our capsules are designed to be convenient and easy to take, and can be carried in a bag. Take them according to the instructions on the packaging. After meals, a short walk is always enjoyable.
Part of your routine: Rich in activated charcoal, they can be taken alongside simple everyday habits: eating in a calm setting, chewing thoroughly and staying hydrated.
Ingredients of natural origin: Beyond charcoal, our capsules also contain cinnamon, a warm-tasting spice that has long been used in cooking, and fennel, a plant with an aniseed flavour. Drinking enough water and eating a varied diet are good everyday habits.
A bloated stomach is not something you simply have to live with. Eating slowly, drinking enough water and moving regularly are good habits to adopt. Activated charcoal, either on its own or combined with cinnamon and fennel in our SOS Bloated Belly Capsules, may have a place in your routine. If discomfort persists, ask a doctor or medical professional for advice.
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