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Flatulence remedies suggested by our users
Flatulence is the emission of a mixture of gases called 'flatus' present in the intestine. This gas is produced by symbiotic bacteria and yeasts found in the gastrointestinal tract. Flatus is usually released under pressure through the anus which creates sound and is often accompanied by a foul odor. Flatulence, many a times causes discomfort and pain due to bloating, not to mention social embarrassment.
Read more about Flatulence causes, symptoms and treatment on our blog.
Flatulence or Gas Symptoms
Flatulence, also known as "gas" can be identified by the following symptoms that the person may experience -
A feeling of bloating and discomfort
Excessive expulsion of wind
Belching
Pain in the abdomen.
Flatulence Symptoms, Causes, Remedy and Diet
Major cause of flatulence is swallowed air
Swallowed air, though this is a major cause of flatulence, it could still be a reason. Some people swallow air as a matter of habit, this condition is referred to as Aerophagia. While the oxygen present in the air thus inhaled is absorbed by the body, the nitrogen is expelled in flatus as it is poorly absorbed by the mucous lining.
Presence of excessive amounts of bacteria in the intestines
Consumption of large amounts of fibrous foods
Consumption of products that contain malt extracts
Digestive disorders that affect the GI tract such as gastroenteritis.
Irritable bowel syndrome
Irregular bowel movements or constipation.
Food or water that may be prepared under unhygienic conditions.
A high-fat diet generates a huge amount of carbon dioxide, some of which is released as flatulence or gas.
Odorous flatulence is caused due to the metabolic breakdown of sulfur-containing proteins and amino acids in the intestines.
Persistent bloating and flatulence that is present consistently over a period may be an indication of a serious medical condition such as colorectal cancer. This may need deeper investigation and treatment.
Fat malabsorption could be another cause for flatulence. This problem produces loose and light-colored stools accompanied by gas.
Flatulence home remedies and natural cures, Questions and answers
Tested methods for treating flatulence
Gas or flatulence can to a great extent be remedied at home using kitchen cures.
Here are some of the tried and tested methods for treating the breaking wind problem -
Mix 1/2 tsp of dry ginger powder with a pinch of asafoetida and a pinch of rock salt in a cup of warm water. Drink this concoction to get relief from gas.
Mix 2 tsp of brandy with a cup of warm water and drink this before going to bed.
Chew on some fresh ginger slices that are soaked in lime juice after meals.
A drop of dill oil in a tsp of honey taken immediately after a meal should be of great help.
Dry grind 1 tsp of pepper, 1 tsp of dry ginger and 1 tsp of green cardamom seeds. Add 1/2 tsp of this mixture to water and drink after 1 hour after meal.
Chewing peppermint after a meal does a lot more than just freshening your breath. Peppermint contains menthol that soothes the digestive muscles. It helps in treating flatulence, bloating and abdominal pain that accompanies gas. Peppermint oil combined with caraway oil has been used since ages to treat abdominal discomfort caused by flatulence.
Flatulence : Home Remedies suggested by users
Avoid foods which produce gas when consumed
If flatulence is a major problem, a look at your diet is important. There are foods that inherently produce gas when consumed. You must take care to avoid such foods.
These include foods such as beans, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli, yeast-containing foods such as breads and cheese.
Carbonated drinks produce gas too.
High carbohydrate content in oats and potatoes make them the culprits for gas.
Foods that produce negligible amounts of gas are rice, bananas, citrus, grapes, hard cheese, meat, eggs, peanut butter, non-carbonated beverages and yogurt made with live bacteria.
Eat smaller meals
Eating smaller meals is a good idea rather than consuming a large meal at a time.
Avoid meals containing a large amount of monounsaturated and essential fats.
Chewing the food slowly and steadily is important. Avoid swallowing or gulping down food. Properly masticated food is better digested.
Regular exercise such as walks keeps the intestinal muscles in ship shape. Regular bowel movements keep the levels of gas producing bacteria low resulting in less flatulence.
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suggested by [unspecified] on Friday, January 2, 2009
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| Fennel Seeds & Fenugreek seeds relieve gas when chewed and swallowed. If that is to much to ask, steep them in a cup of tea. |
Flatulence
suggested by Ade on Monday, August 11, 2008
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| Boil some onion slices with 1 cup of water for about 10 minutes. Let the solution cool, and drink. It tastes unpleasant so I hold my nose while I down it and chew on peppermints before I release my nose. It works in about 3 - 7 minutes and the unpleasant taste can't compare with the pain of flatulence. |
Taking the smell out of gas
suggested by Ellen on Friday, December 7, 2007
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| Try taking a supplment called Devrom. |
Flatulence remedy
suggested by [unspecified] on Wednesday, July 18, 2007
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| Use fenugreek seeds to relieve gas instantly! Swallow 1-2 tbsp with water to get almost instant relief. |
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