Excessivegas and bloatingcan be uncomfortable and embarrassing.
What’s Normal?
These tips can help.
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attempt to watch for foods that make you gassy and see if avoiding them reduces the problem.
Adjust Your Diet
Certain foods contribute to gassinessfor almost everybody.
Foods with carbohydrates such as fiber, starches, and sugars, in particular can contribute to gas.
Take Gas Medicine
Sometimes, medication can help reduce gas and bloating.
There are a number ofover-the-counter medications for gas, and you could usually get some relief.
That said, they are considered safe and you may find them worth a try.
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