Doctor reveals simple trick to end bloating
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Dr. Kevin Men, a Chinese medicine expert based in Toronto, Canada, shared a bloating relief technique on TikTok on rooted in traditional practices. He recommends massaging the abdomen in circular motions with the palm for two minutes to stimulate digestion and ease discomfort from gas or fullness. The method, dubbed “Tui Na,” targets bloating caused by overeating, slow digestion, or hormonal shifts like PMS, with Dr. Men advising morning sessions on an empty stomach using the right hand on the left side and vice versa.
The technique hinges on pressing key stomach meridian points—specifically ST 21 and ST 25—located two and four finger-widths from the navel, respectively, to boost gastrointestinal movement. Dr. Men, with a decade of experience and a master’s in Chinese medicine from Guangzhou University, claims this can relieve bloating in as little as two minutes if done consistently twice daily for a month. He warns against massaging right after eating, suggesting a one-to-two-hour wait, and notes it’s not a cure for severe conditions like ulcers or appendicitis, urging medical consultation for persistent pain.
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Supporting his claims, a 2020 study from the Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine found abdominal massage reduces bloating and constipation by enhancing bowel function, while a 2024 UCLA review linked it to less abdominal discomfort in IBS patients. Dr. Men’s video, viewed over 100,000 times, reflects growing interest in natural remedies, though he stresses it’s a complementary approach, not a full fix. The method’s simplicity—requiring no tools beyond a flat hand—makes it accessible, but its effectiveness varies by individual and cause of bloating.