Expert Speak: 10 Common Foods That Prevent Bloating by Shraddha Kamdar | March 9, 2021, 12:19 IST Many people suffer from bloating, which can be uncomfortable, especially at night when you are trying to sleep. Bloating makes you look like you have more belly fat, gives you the appearance of being overweight and causes you to not fit into your clothes. Image: Shutterstock This usually happens to people after they have eaten a meal, and can often find that the stomach flattens again in the morning. Let’s take a look at some of the best foods that reduce bloating fast. Ginger Image: Shutterstock This is a common spice which contains natural compounds that fight bloating in the stomach and intestines. It is used as a natural treatment for stomach bloating, nausea, heartburn and digestive problems. You can purchase ginger capsules or make fresh ginger tea by thinly slicing ginger root and steeping in boiling water.