How to reduce stomach gas?

Everyone experiences stomach gas from time to time. Gas also comes out. But sometimes, the problem is so acute that it becomes an embarrassing matter.

There are two reasons of stomach gas. Swallowing air while eating or drinking is one reason. The other reason is breaking dietary fibers in the small intestine. Hydrogen and carbon dioxide gases are produced first. Later they become methane. The germs of large intestine help in this change.

Normal amount of gas:

It is normal to regulate gas 15-20 times a day. It is the normal function of the digestive system.

Some advice to reduce stomach gas:

• Eat and drink slowly. Chew food properly while eating. Soft drinks and water should not be swallowed up quickly. Talking should be limited while chewing foods. It will prevent air to enter the stomach.
• Nobody should eat or drink with a straw. It helps air to enter the stomach that produces gas.
• It is better to avoid chewing gum and candy. Soft drinks should be avoided too. There are many reasons against soft drinks.
• Avoid smoking. While smoking, smoke does not go into the lungs only, rather it goes into the stomach also.
• Exercise, especially moderate exercise such as walking 10 minutes after dinner makes the digestive system gas free.
• Many people cannot digest milk. They can take lactase as supplement. They can also take old yogurt.
• It is better to take more fruits, vegetables, legumes, coarse grains slowly. The number of intestinal bacteria will increase over time if these foods consumption is increased gradually. They will be able to break soluble fibers too.
• Tight pants and belts put pressure on the stomach. It creates various types of problems in digestion. Besides, stomach is filled in gas.

Gas emission is embarrassing. However, it is a normal operation of the digestive system. Taking a few steps can dilute some of the problems. But consult a doctor if gas is produced in the stomach regularly.