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In India, dal-chawal defines comfort. A bowl of flavourful dal with a portion of rice makes for a soulful meal, especially for lunch. Besides, the combination is easy to cook and loads you with various essential nutrients for the body to function well.

But have you ever felt bloated after eating a meal? You surely have experienced it at some point in life. Did you wonder why it happens? Fret not, nutritionist Rashi Chowdhury has got your back. She recently took to Instagram to share the major reasons for your bloating after a dal-chawal meal.



Let's take a look. Also Read: From Desi To Sushi: The Epic Transformation Of Dal and Rice Leaves Internet Divided Why Do You Feel Bloated After Eating Dal-Chawal? We all know bloating usually occurs due to the build-up of gas in the digestive system . This further makes it difficult for you to break the food in your gut and digest it well, further leading to bloating and indigestion.

And the phenomenon usually happens due to our food choices. According to Rashi Chowdhury, lentils can often be sensitive to the gut due to their lectin content. According to the Harvard School of Public Health, "Lectins can often cause red blood cells to clump together, which further produce nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, and diarrhea.

" Moreover, according to a report by the Cleveland Clinic, fibre, when eaten in excess, may end up causing gas, bloating, diarrhea, and irritated gut health, further disrupting the digestive system. Also Read: Chef Kishwar Ch.

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