Managing Gas Isn’t Rocket Science: Gas Tips from the Doctor
October 7th, 2008Experiencing gas can be uncomfortable and embarrassing, but daily flatulence is normal and, actually, necessary. Everybody- including every celebrity, politician, model, and rock star- expels gas about 14 times per day either as burping or flatulence. However, some experience gas more than others, so here are some recommendations from gastroenterologist Patricia Raymond, MD on how to minimize it:
Keep a gas diary: If gas occurs frequently, try to determine if your gas is related to a particular food by noting the volume of gas within six hours of your last meal. It takes about a full six hours for portions of a meal to be released as gas. If you find that you are gassy, note all items in your last several meals to crosscheck against other meal periods where you experience gas.
Determine odor: Non-smelling flatulence results from swallowed air, which is symptomatic of chewing gum, drinking through straws, sucking on hard candies or nervousness, rather than something you’ve eaten. Foul-smelling flatulence is related to the breakdown of actual foods as they go through the intestinal tract.
Deactivate gas fast: Take CharcoCaps® Homeopathic Formula products as a natural and safe way to relieve gas/flatulence. The activated charcoal/carbo vegetabilis in CharcoCaps is commonly used by people suffering from gas discomfort, pressure and bloating, since it serves to adsorb the gas, reducing both the gas and its smell.
Certain foods in moderation: Certain foods have a higher propensity to produce gas, since they are poorly absorbed by individuals, while others cause gas in just about everyone. They include beans, cabbage, onions, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli, asparagus and corn; fruits such as pears, apples, prunes and peaches; whole grain products and oats; milk, ice cream and cheese; and carbonated drinks, fruit juices and alcohol.
Slow on fiber: If your physician recommends that you increase your fiber intake, do this slowly. Fiber breaks down in the intestines and causes gas.
Walk it off: Instead of keeping still after a meal, take a post-dinner stroll, do some chores around the house, or walk the dog to keep your body moving and gas flowing.
Consult your doctor: If excessive or malodorous gas persists, see a doctor. What’s making your belly bloat might not be gas, but a symptom of an underlying condition, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), celiac disease, pancreatic insufficiency or lactose intolerance. A gastroenterologist can make these determinations and prescribe proper diet and/or medication.
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