Why You’re Always Bloated, Even When You Eat ‘Clean’

You cut out gluten. You avoid dairy. You drink more water.
And yet… your stomach still feels like you swallowed a balloon by 3pm.

It’s frustrating, especially when you’re trying.
But here’s the truth: bloating isn’t always about what you eat.

What’s really going on

Bloating is your body saying: something here needs support.
Sometimes that’s digestion. Sometimes it’s hormones. Sometimes it’s stress.
And sometimes, it’s not about food at all, it’s about how you’re eating, or what’s happening in your gut and microbiome.

Even the “cleanest” eaters can bloat if…

• They eat too quickly, not chewing enough
• Their gut bacteria is out of balance
• Hormonal shifts slow digestion mid-cycle
• They’re unknowingly reacting to FODMAPs (fermentable carbs) in otherwise healthy foods
• Chronic stress is keeping the gut in fight-or-flight mode

Three shifts that help more than another elimination diet

1. Slow down your eating…way down.
Digestion starts in the mouth. Chew each bite until it’s almost liquid. It’s not glamorous, but it’s free, instant, and powerful.

2. Support the gut daily…not just during a flare.
A probiotic isn’t a quick fix—it’s a relationship. Consistency matters. You’re cultivating an ecosystem, not flipping a switch.

3. Watch your nervous system.
If you’re eating in a rush, while working, or under stress, your body is prioritizing survival, not digestion. A two-minute pause—breathing, stretching, or even just being still—before meals can be the difference between bloat and balance.

Where Rae comes in

Our Pre + Probiotic Capsules were built for this exact gap—supporting digestion, easing bloat, and helping balance your gut bacteria over time.

Because a happy gut isn’t about perfect food rules.
It’s about daily support that lets your body do its job—without constant discomfort.