Stomach growling occurs as food, liquid, and gas go through the stomach and small intestine. Stomach growling or rumbling is a normal part of digestion. There is nothing in the stomach to muffle these sounds so they can be noticeable. Among the causes are hunger, incomplete digestion, or indigestion.
How can I stop my stomach from making noises?
Fortunately, there are several ways to stop your stomach from growling.
- Drink water. If you're stuck somewhere you can't eat and your stomach is rumbling away, drinking water can help stop it. ...
- Eat slowly. ...
- Eat more regularly. ...
- Chew slowly. ...
- Limit gas-triggering foods. ...
- Reduce acidic foods. ...
- Don't overeat. ...
- Walk after you eat.
Is a gurgling stomach bad?
Though stomach noises, such as growling or gurgling, are usually associated with hunger, they can happen at any time. The good news is these sounds are usually a normal part of digestion and nothing to be concerned about.
