Drink water slowly
Take a short walk
Avoid carbonated drinks
Skip chewing gum
Eat smaller meals
Avoid salty foods
Avoid gas-producing foods
Try peppermint tea
Try ginger tea
Use a warm compress on your abdomen
Sit upright after eating
Avoid lying down right after meals
Eat slowly
Avoid straws
Limit artificial sweeteners
Try gentle abdominal massage
Use over-the-counter simethicone if appropriate
Use a laxative only if constipation is the cause and it is safe for you
Seek medical help if bloating is severe, sudden, or persistent