Some foods can make you gassy.
This article presents a list of fruits, grains, and other common foods that can cause gas.
What Makes Foods Gassy?
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They also include some foods with soluble fiber.
These substances are not digested in the stomach.
Instead, they make their way down to your intestines where bacteria break them down.
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The end result of this is the release of gas.
They contain the sugars raffinose and/or fructose.
As your body ages, it tends to produce less of the enzyme lactase.
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This enzyme is needed to help digest lactose.
When you don’t have enough lactase, you may get gas after eating dairy.
However, some of these foods are higher in soluble fiber and contain raffinose.
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Carbonated beverages can also contribute to gas andbloating.
Sorbitol is fermented by bacteria in the gut.
This may lead to unwanted gas.
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Read labels carefully when you buy sugar-free gums, candy, and snack foods to avoid sorbitol.
The habits listed below can cause you to swallow air.
Swallowing air may cause belching, bloating, and excess gas.
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Some of these habits include:
Chronic Problems With Gas?
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Many of the foods on the above list offer real nutritional benefits.
A better approach is to keep afood journalso you will know which foods are a problem for you.
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There are also many over-the-counter treatment options (such as Gas-X and Beano) that work to reduce gas.
Foods that contain large amounts of soluble fiber can also contribute to bloating, discomfort, and flatulence.
Habits like eating too quickly or chewing gum can also contribute to gas.
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