I'm married to an Indian so eat lots and lots of Indian food, both homemade and out. I find the rice really bloats me, and adds empty calories, so I've stopped eating it. I don't feel nearly as full and bloated anymore after eating Indian food.

I try to avoid the naans and rotis as well. Maybe only a little onion kulcha, which I can't resist!

I think it's all the dairy that features prominently at Indian restaurants. Homemade Indian food is not that heavy. Most Indian families don't eat cream laden sauces on a daily basis.

^^Did not eat much - certainly no more than I usually do. Drank some water again like I usually do.

I think it is the cooking medium, some spice/s or perhaps the richness of the food even though I try and avoid the more creamy items. I have heard that some Indian restaurants use MSG and/or baking soda which may contribute to this feeling of bloating - no idea if this is true.

I don't have the same feeling when I eat almost any other ethnic cuisine with the possible exception of Mexican but that is only on occasion.

Buffets will make you feel bloated so you don't eat as much and dont cut into the profit margin.

Did you drink any water?