Hi, I was severly bloated past 2.5 weeks, to the point of severe discomfort, not sure the cause but I'm sure Bipap/mask liner contributed. Charcocaps did not help this phase, as it did in the past. I did lot's of research on digestive bloating, articles stating benefits of prunes. As always mixed opinions on all topics. Thought I'd try anyway.
Long story short, I ran out to the store and purchased 6 pack Prune juice and dried prunes. Within hour, I drank 2 cans, my bloating became more severe, now including pain, I thought big mistake !! I was in agony all night long, the next day I was still bloated (discouraged), I drank another can on empty stomach, ate 4 prunes. That evening, I passed wind, what a relief

I prepare for bed still bloated, toss on mask went to sleep, every 2 hrs I was passing gas, enough to blow away a city block like a hurricane. The next day, bloating completely gone. I was shocked and amazed !! But had to take a nap, from constant awakening from passing gas. Anyway, each day since, I eat 4 prunes, no bloating and continue to pass gas.
Not 100% sure cause, but my bloating began after applying mask liner 0 leaks, 0 AHI. My assumption is, prunes truly treat bloating regardless of cause, in my case. May not work for everyone, but thought I'd share in case others experience severe bloating, would like to try prune treatment.