PCOS and Bloating

The PCOS Belly

Many women with PCOS have problems with bloating. Often this is aggravated by certain foods. The list of possible food culprits is varied, but it includes foods that contain a carbohydrate called raffinose. This carb doesn’t digest well for some people, leading to increased gas production. Foods in this group include asparagus, beans, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and cauliflower.

Knowing what foods trigger your PCOS bloating can help reduce your abdominal pain and discomfort.

Other foods that can cause bloating, include dairy products if you are lactose intolerant, certain whole grains, fruits, carbonated drinks, and products containing artificial sweeteners. The PCOS tracker can help you keep tabs on these troublesome foods. Simply writing down trigger foods can help reduce PCOS bloating.