Hi Balanced Life Family,
The holidays are approaching and that means family feasting for many of you. There are, however, a variety of foods that can cause gas. It can also be caused by swallowing air or the breakdown of foods in the large intestine. Having gas can be embarrassing. The good news is there are some things you can do to relieve it.
If you find yourself burping frequently you may be swallowing too much air. You need to eat and drink more slowly. Cutting down on gum chewing and carbonated drinks can help as well. Swallowing too much air can also be caused by something as minor as loose-fitting dentures. If you wear dentures, ask your dentist to make sure they fit correctly.
Certain ingredients in foods can cause gas. Read the label. Look for sugar alcohols such as sorbitol, mannitol, and xylitol found in sugar-free candies and gum. High-fructose corn syrup can lead to this issue. Many adults are lactose intolerant and dairy products cause them to have gas. If that’s the case there are pills or drops you can take or consider reducing dairy intake.
Various things cause gas in different people. Sometimes you simply have to write down the things that you’ve eaten to determine the cause. Looking over the list may help you to discover which foods are causing the problem and you can limit your intake of them.
Oh, how some of us, including myself, love sweets! Did you know that carbohydrates can give you gas? Your stomach and small intestine don’t fully digest some carbs. This can create methane gas or hydrogen sulfide in the large intestine, which is that nasty odor you smell when gas is passed. Cutting down on sweets can help.
I’m hoping these few suggestions are helpful because nobody likes to be embarrassed. As always, I advise you to check with your healthcare professional before taking any pills or drops as mentioned in this blog.
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