Why Track Bloating?
Bloating is one of the most common digestive complaints, but identifying the cause can be challenging. What triggers bloating varies from person to person — a food that bothers one person may be perfectly fine for another.
A food diary helps you:
- Identify trigger foods: Spot patterns between what you eat and when bloating occurs
- Notice portion effects: Some foods only cause issues in larger amounts
- Track timing: Understand how long after eating symptoms typically appear
- Monitor severity: Note whether certain triggers cause mild or severe bloating
- Share with healthcare providers: Provide detailed records for GP appointments
Important: Persistent or severe bloating should be discussed with your GP. NutraSafe is a food diary tool, not a medical diagnostic app. Always consult a healthcare professional about ongoing digestive concerns.
Common Bloating Triggers
Bloating triggers are highly individual, but some foods come up more often than others. Bread is one of the most common — and it's usually not gluten that's to blame. Read our guide on why bread causes bloating for the full breakdown.
High-FODMAP Foods
Onions, garlic, wheat, beans, lentils, apples, pears, stone fruits, dairy products, and artificial sweeteners
Cruciferous Vegetables
Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and kale can produce gas during digestion
Carbonated Drinks
Fizzy drinks, sparkling water, and beer introduce gas directly into the digestive system
Dairy Products
Milk, cheese, ice cream, and yoghurt can cause bloating in those with lactose sensitivity
Artificial Sweeteners
Sorbitol, mannitol, xylitol, and other sugar alcohols found in sugar-free products
Fatty Foods
High-fat meals slow digestion and can increase feelings of fullness and bloating
How NutraSafe Helps Track Bloating
Log Every Meal
Scan barcodes or search for foods to quickly log what you eat. NutraSafe shows complete ingredient lists, helping you identify potential triggers in packaged foods.
Record Bloating Symptoms
When bloating occurs, log it with details: severity (mild, moderate, severe), timing (how long after eating), and any additional symptoms like gas, pain, or discomfort.
Identify Patterns
Over time, NutraSafe helps surface patterns between foods eaten and bloating symptoms. See which foods consistently appear before episodes.
Check Ingredients
Use the barcode scanner to check products for common bloating triggers like inulin (chicory root), sugar alcohols, lactose, and high-FODMAP ingredients.
Beyond Food: Other Bloating Factors
Eating Habits
Eating too quickly, eating large meals, or eating while stressed can contribute to bloating. NutraSafe's meal tracking helps you notice if certain eating patterns correlate with symptoms.
Meal Timing
Track when you eat as well as what you eat. Some people find that late-night eating or irregular meal timing affects digestion.
Food Combinations
Sometimes it's not a single food but a combination that causes issues. Detailed food logging helps identify problematic pairings.
Start Your Bloating Diary
Track meals, log symptoms, and discover what may be causing your digestive discomfort.
Download Free on iOSFrequently Asked Questions
Common bloating triggers include beans and legumes, cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts), onions, garlic, wheat and gluten-containing foods, dairy products, carbonated drinks, and artificial sweeteners.
Most people need 2-4 weeks of consistent food and symptom tracking to identify patterns. Record every meal and note when bloating occurs, including severity and timing.
No. NutraSafe is a food diary that helps you track patterns. Persistent bloating should be discussed with your GP to rule out underlying conditions. The app provides data to share with healthcare providers.
Last updated: February 2026
Always check the label. NutraSafe helps you spot potential triggers and track reactions — but ingredients change and cross-contamination varies by batch. The packaging is your source of truth.