Excessive gases, or flatulence, can be caused by foods, such as beans and cabbage, which contain high amounts of fiber and carbohydrates that tend to ferment a lot during digestion and in turn have a greater tendency to cause smelly flatulence. these foods depend on the person, so not everyone will develop flatulence if they eat the same food.
Foods that produce less fermentation in the gut and fewer gases are those rich in fats and proteins, such as meat and nuts.
Major foods that can cause gas include
When you eat these foods, you may experience symptoms such as stomach swelling, abdominal pain, and flatulence, babies may also develop flatulence due to consumption of previous foods, so when babies are breastfed it is generally recommended that the mother reduce the consumption of such foods to prevent the production of gases and cramps in her baby.
Some of the worst combinations that can further stimulate gas formation are:
These combinations slow down the digestion process, leaving fermented foods in the intestine for longer, which will generate more gas. In addition, people who already suffer from constipation should also avoid these associations because, in general, the slower the intestinal transit, the greater the production of flatulence.
Some simple tips that can be used to naturally fight gases are to avoid drinking fluids during meals. You can also try to speed up digestion by ingesting 1 natural yogurt a day to improve intestinal flora and eating pineapple or papaya for dessert as these fruits promote digestion.
In addition, teas such as fennel, genciana and cardamom also help reduce gas production, allevating the sensation of intestinal swelling.