The Func Lab Fix-It Guide
Bloating after upping your protein? At The Func Lab, we get it — and we’ve got solutions. Don’t quit the protein, just tweak the formula.
So you upped your protein... and now your belly feels like a balloon? Been there.
Here’s what’s going on:
- Too much too fast: Your gut might not be used to higher protein loads.
- Lactose intolerance: Whey concentrate, especially cheap ones, can trigger gas and bloating.
- Low digestive enzymes: Especially if you're having big portions without fiber or fluids.
- Shakes + speed = disaster: Gulping protein shakes too quickly? Slow it down.
Fix it:
- Spread your protein across 3–4 meals. Keep it between 25–30g per meal.
- Add herbs/spices like ajwain, ginger, or fennel. Or make some tea!
- Try plant-based or isolate proteins if whey gives trouble.
- Use apple cider vinegar or digestive bitters before meals if digestion feels sluggish.
The key? There is a nerve called the Gut-Brain axis that connects your brain to your gut. So listen to your gut (literally). Bloating is not a sign to cut protein — it’s a sign to tweak how you're eating it.
