Many adults begin noticing gas and bloating as they get older, even when eating the same foods they tolerated easily in their younger years. There are natural shifts in gut motility, microbiome balance, and hormonal changes, coupled with lifestyle choices often confronts us with gut discomfort. These symptoms often include increased post-meal fullness, visible abdominal distention, and gas (flatus) that lingers longer than before. While generally not harmful, these symptoms can significantly affect comfort, confidence, and daily functioning.
Fortunately, the causes of gas and bloating are not are typically functional and can be improved with natural, evidence-supported strategies. Supplements such as Gastro Vitale®, a vegan, gelatin-free peppermint-oil formulation, can complement lifestyle changes to support digestive comfort without synthetic additives.
Why Bloating and Gas In Adults Increases
1. Slower Gastrointestinal Motility
One of the most recognized contributors to gas in adults is a gradual slowing of gut motility. As smooth-muscle activity declines, food remains in the intestine longer, allowing gut bacteria more time to ferment carbohydrates and produce gas.
2. Microbiome Shifts
Accumulated lifestyle factors — stress, medication use, and dietary habits — reshape the adult gut microbiome. A 2023 review in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology noted that reduced microbial diversity is directly associated with increased gas production and bloating in adults. These microbiome changes often become more noticeable as we age.
3. Diet and Stress Patterns
Busy schedules, processed foods, and rushed meals introduce more swallowed air and increase fermentation. Chronic stress alters gut–brain signaling, which heightens sensitivity to distention and intensifies symptoms of bloating and gas in adults.
4. Hormonal and Enzymatic Changes
Natural hormonal fluctuations and decreased enzyme production — especially lower lactase levels — can contribute to adult-onset lactose intolerance, a major driver of gas. These metabolic changes often emerge gradually in the early thirties.
5. Core Muscle Weakness and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
For many adults, particularly postpartum women, changes in core stability and pelvic-floor function can worsen bloating and gas in adults.
Diastasis recti reduces support for abdominal organs, increasing the sensation of bloating.
Pelvic floor dysfunction can impair the coordination needed for efficient gas evacuation, making even normal gas volume feel uncomfortable.
AGA experts highlight that abdominopelvic mechanics, not diet alone, significantly influence bloating severity. Strengthening the core and pelvic floor through physical therapy or guided exercises can meaningfully improve symptoms.
Natural Ways to Relieve Bloating and Gas in Adults
1. Slow, Mindful Eating
Thorough chewing reduces swallowed air. Limiting carbonated beverages and chewing gum — both major sources of excess gas according to AGA guidance — can help manage gas in adults and seniors.
2. Maintain Hydration and Light Activity
Adequate hydration supports digestive motility. Even a 10-minute walk after meals can help move gas through the intestines more efficiently.
3. Increase Fiber Gradually
Research suggests that soluble fibers, such as acacia fiber (found in Vibrew™), promote microbiome balance but should be added slowly into diet to avoid triggering excess gas. This approach is especially helpful for adults experiencing gas as they age.
4. Peppermint Oil for Digestive Support
Peppermint oil is widely studied for functional gastrointestinal symptoms. Menthol, its active component, relaxes intestinal smooth muscle, helping reduce bloating and abdominal discomfort.
A 2019 meta-analysis in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine found that peppermint-oil capsules improved bloating, abdominal pain, and global IBS symptoms.⁵ The ACG IBS Guideline also endorses peppermint oil as an effective option.⁶
Gastro Vitale® uses enteric-coated capsules to ensure peppermint oil reaches the small intestine — targeting where relief is most effective, while minimizing reflux seen with non-coated oils.
5. Core and Pelvic Floor Strengthening
Postpartum changes, sedentary work, or aging-related muscle weakening can all contribute to gas in adults. Gentle rehabilitation such as pelvic-floor conditioning, deep-core activation, or guided physical therapy can reduce abdominal pressure and support better motility. When combined with Gastro Vitale®, this creates a comprehensive, natural approach to digestive comfort.
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Why Gastro Vitale® Stands Out
Feature | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
Enteric-Coated Peppermint Oil | Targets small-intestine release for gentle, effective comfort |
Vegan & Gelatin-Free | Ideal for sensitive stomachs and plant-based lifestyles |
Clean-Label Formulation | No artificial dyes, fillers, or preservatives |
Science-Aligned Design | Formulated in line with ACG-supported clinical data |
Gastro Vitale® combines clinical science with natural wellness to provide gentle relief for adults experiencing gas and bloating.
When to See a Doctor
Seek medical advice if bloating or gas is:
persistent or gradually worsening
accompanied by significant fatigue or anemia
associated with unintentional weight loss
present alongside blood in the stool
Such symptoms may indicate conditions such as IBS, celiac disease, or other gastrointestinal disorders requiring professional assessment.
Takeaway
Experiencing bloating and gas in adults is common and often related to natural physiological changes — including slower gut motility, microbiome shifts, hormonal variations, and postpartum or age-related muscle weakening.
A combination of mindful eating, proper hydration, gradual fiber introduction, stress management, pelvic-core strengthening, and evidence-based peppermint-oil supplementation offers a safe and effective path to relief.
With its vegan formulation, clean-label design, and clinically supported peppermint-oil delivery system, Gastro Vitale® serves as a reliable daily option for adults seeking long-term digestive balance.
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Important: This article is for general educational purposes only and isn’t medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional for diagnosis and personalized treatment, especially if you have alarm features (unintentional weight loss, GI bleeding, anemia, progressive pain), new or changing symptoms, or underlying health conditions.
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