How To Control The Gases?

Complaints of bloating are common. Causes unpleasant discomfort and can upset emotionally. The problem is especially unpleasant when the weekday is spent in a common room with others. The formation of gases and their retention results in an unpleasant rumbling of the intestines , which makes us feel that everyone understands the problem with our stomach. It is usually accompanied by shortness of breath, belching while drinking or eating, abdominal pain.

Abdominal bloating or flatulence usually occurs after eating . It is due to some peculiarities in nutrition, such as a combination of food, some wrong habits and individual peculiarities related to digestion.

Ingestion of too much air in the diet, combined with the release of stomach acid, is also a cause of flatulence, as well as the consumption of solid spicy foods and spices. Stress is also a culprit for bloating, as it provokes oxidation reactions and bloating.

Consumption of too many carbohydrates from pasta and confectionery, their difficulty and improper absorption in general in combination with other foods also causes the formation of gas in the intestines.

Sometimes this problem is due to a lack of digestive enzyme, as is the case with lactose intolerance , which is caused by a deficiency of the enzyme lactase, necessary for the absorption of milk sugar. In most cases, however, the formation of gas is due to eating errors, especially adherence to a low- fiber diet.  
 

What can help us get rid of the problem?

• Slow eating and careful chewing of food prevents the ingestion of air and partially its accumulation in the stomach.

• Include in your menu products that support the absorption of food and intestinal functions. Such are the natural Bulgarian yogurt and other yogurts containing beneficial bifidobacteria and lactobacilli .

• However, this group does not include fresh milk and other dairy products , which, on the contrary, due to the presence of lactose can lead to flatulence.

• Avoid products that contain gases. Consumption of beer, carbonated beverages is inevitably associated with bloating.

•  There are foods that absorb more gas. Such are cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, legumes and more.

• Have you ever wondered why garlic is so often present in our national cuisine - and not only ours - as a spice? Garlic , in fact, supports digestive processes and limits the formation of gas in the intestines.

• Some spices, such as the combination of black pepper and coriander, added during cooking, have a similar effect.

• Ginger root is even used as a natural remedy in this case. Contains enzymes that stimulate salivation. Adding grated raw ginger to the salad will probably be enough to get rid of the unpleasant problem. The combination of garlic and ginger is considered particularly effective against the formation of gas in the intestines, as well as chewing pieces of the root, pre-soaked in lemon juice after eating.

• Chewing a few sprigs of fresh parsley is another similar useful tool that helps reduce bowel movements. A similar effect can be found in the decoction of the spice.

• Just as there are vegetables that provoke bloating, there are also vegetables that prevent flatulence. We are still in the tomato season, so if you suffer from the problem do not miss a day without a salad of fresh tomatoes , which you can lightly salt. According to some, the use of black salt is more effective for the case.

• The traditionally known fennel tea , anise and mint help against bloated stomach and colic, as well as the atypical for us coconut water and cinnamon decoction . The latter is prepared by boiling a teaspoon of powder in a glass of water, which is still warm and drink half to an hour before a meal. Experts promise that this prevents the formation of gas, unlike traditional teas, which rather help to get rid of them and help reduce discomfort with bloated stomach.

• In order to avoid the formation of gases, it is essential to introduce a regular diet with approximately fixed meal times and equal intervals between them.

• Increasing physical activity is also a successful measure. Walking, aerobics and yoga are suitable sports.

• And since stress is one of the factors that predisposes to the problem, any effort to relax and meditate on the mind will be beneficial. So, get enough rest and avoid nerves!