Bloat, Heat & BBQs

Let’s be honest—summer is not exactly gut-friendly. Between backyard BBQs, rosé-fueled evenings, late-night snacks, and sweaty afternoons, your digestion can take a serious hit. And if you’ve found yourself feeling bloated, heavy, or just off, you’re not alone.

Summer indulgence + extreme heat = digestive chaos.
But here’s the good news: it doesn’t have to be that way.

🍔 Why Summer Wrecks Your Digestion

Heat isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s biologically stressful. When your body is overheated, blood flow is redirected away from your gut and toward your skin to cool you down. That shift slows down digestion and nutrient absorption, making you more prone to bloating, indigestion, and fatigue. [¹]

Now layer on:

• Processed foods at parties
  

• Alcohol messing with your gut lining
  

• Irregular eating times while traveling
  

• Less fiber, more sugar
  
  

All of that can disrupt your gut microbiome—the community of bacteria that helps you digest food, regulate energy, and support your immune system. [²]

😵💫 Bloating Isn’t Just About What You Eat

Yes, overdoing it on cheese boards can trigger bloating. But so can:

• Heat-induced dehydration
  

• Lack of movement after meals
  

• Imbalanced gut bacteria
  

• Chronic stress or poor sleep (both common while traveling!)
  
  

This is why water alone won’t solve the issue. You need to nourish your gut to reduce bloating at its root.

🌿 How Prebiotics Can Help You Feel Lighter

Here’s where prebiotics come in. These special plant fibers feed your “good” gut bacteria—helping them thrive, reducing inflammation, and improving digestion. [³]

Multiple studies show that prebiotic supplementation can help reduce bloating, improve bowel regularity, and even enhance metabolism. [⁴] It’s one of the easiest ways to actually support digestion, instead of masking symptoms with antacids or detox teas.

🥤 Vita Club: The Summer Soda That Supports Your Gut

Need a refreshing swap for sugary drinks that mess with your digestion?
Vita Club is your new go-to.

Each can includes:

• 5g of chicory root fiber (a proven prebiotic)
  

• Low-calorie, low-sugar formula

• Light, fizzy flavors like raspberry or lemon-ginger
  

• Real digestive support—without the bloat
  
  

Enjoy it as a midday treat, post-BBQ cooler, or even mixer for your next summer spritz (your gut will thank you either way).

✨ Tips to Beat Bloat This Summer

✅ Move a little after eating – even a 10-minute walk helps digestion
✅ Sip smarter – skip soda bloat and choose functional fizz (hello, Vita Club)
✅ Eat more fiber-rich foods – like leafy greens, oats, berries, and legumes
✅ Stay cool and hydrated – but don’t forget to support your gut, too
✅ Sleep – it keeps your digestive rhythms in sync

You Can Enjoy Summer—Without the Digestive Drama

Let’s make one thing clear: you should enjoy the BBQ, the Aperol spritz, the gelato. But balance it with the tools that help your body feel good—especially in the heat.

Supporting your gut microbiome with daily prebiotics like Vita Club is one of the simplest ways to keep bloating at bay, naturally.

Because nothing ruins a pool day like unbuttoning your jeans.

Sources:
[1] Lambert, G. P. (2009). “Stress-induced gastrointestinal barrier dysfunction.” Journal of Animal Science.
[2] Thursby, E., & Juge, N. (2017). “Introduction to the human gut microbiota.” Biochemical Journal.
[3] Slavin, J. (2013). “Fiber and prebiotics: mechanisms and health benefits.” Nutrients.
[4] Müller, M. et al. (2021). “Effect of dietary fiber and prebiotics on gut microbiota composition.” Frontiers in Microbiology.