When food does not break down completely in the stomach and small intestine, it then ferments in the large intestine where bacteria produce a variety of gases.
Ways to relieve Flatulence
Certain foods can produce excess gas in the intestine. Beans (# 1 stinker!), broccoli, cabbage (close 2nd), bran, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, beer, carbonated beverages and milk all rank high on the list.
Get your butt moving, literally. Exercise is known to promote the digestive process. In other words it keeps things moving!
Stress......I hate stress. Abdominal muscles tend to tighten when you are under a great deal of stress so stop worrying.
Eating smaller meals is an effective way in reducing flatulence.
Chew food slowly, and eat at a slow, regular rate.
Drink water throughout the day for good digestion.
Eat a steady intake of fibre to promote regular bowel movements.
Do not mix carbohydrates with proteins at the same meal.
Make sure that you "fast" and cleanse your colon regularly.
Smoking can increase the amount of air you swallow, so don't smoke.
Make sure you are having at least a bowel movement every day.
Don't chew gum.
Folk Remedies & All Natural Supplements
*These folk remedies and related products are provided as an informational courtesy to our viewers. Please consult with your health care provider for diagnosis and before you implement any self prescribed supplementation.
Spices: Spices like coriander, cumin and asafoetida reduce both flatulence and odor. Probiotic yogurt: Helps digestion if eaten with meal. Lemon juice/Vinegar: Try sipping during meal. Brandy: Mix 2 teaspoons of brandy with a cup of warm water, and drink it just before bedtime. Ginger: Buy fresh ginger slices and soak them in lime juice. Chew on the slices after meals. Dill oil: After eating a meal, place a drop of dill oil in a teaspoon of honey; Enjoy!. Peppermint: Contains menthol which soothes the digestive muscles. Suck on a peppermint after meals. Colon cleanse: Clean-out your digestive track periodically with a all natural colon cleanse.
Genesis 1:29 "And God said,
'Behold I have given every herb-bearing seed which is
upon the face of all the earth and every tree, in
which is the fruit of a tree yielding seed: to you it
shall be for meat'."
