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Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and kale are also high in raffinose so they can cause gas and bloating. But they're also high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants so they're a good part of a healthy diet. Your digestive system will adjust over time so start with smaller portions and work up.
Eating a really rich, heavy, fatty meal can lead to bloating because fats are the last thing to leave the stomach. Any type of fat takes longer to digest than carbohydrates or protein, King says. Junk food. Because many junk foods are high in fat and sugar, this double whammy can lead to bloat.