When gas problems arise, most people tend to buy antacid tablets from the medical store for temporary relief. But regular use of such drugs only damages the digestive system more. Only by understanding the root cause of gas and changing our habits can we completely eliminate this problem from the body. Here are 5 important scientific ways to permanently eliminate gas:
Change the way we eat (Mindful Eating): If we stop swallowing air (Aerophagia) without realizing it, half of the gas problem will disappear. For this, always eat food very slowly and chew it well. Avoid eating while talking completely. Do not use a straw when drinking water and other drinks. This prevents air from entering the stomach directly.
Reduce carbohydrates and sugar (Low-Carb Diet): Fermentation is the process by which bacteria in the large intestine ferment the starch in the food we eat, which results in harmful gas formation. Therefore, minimize the consumption of rice, flour desserts, tubers, sugar, and bakery products. This is the most important diet method to completely eliminate gas.
Grow good bacteria in the intestine (Probiotics): Gut health needs to be improved to get rid of indigestion and gas. For this, include yogurt and yogurt containing probiotics in your daily diet. These destroy bad bacteria in the intestine and facilitate digestion and naturally reduce gas production.
Walking after meals (Physical Activity): Gas retention occurs in people who sit or lie down immediately after eating. Walk slowly for at least 15 minutes after meals at night and in the afternoon. This will speed up the movement of the intestines (peristalsis) and help in easy evacuation without gas build-up in the stomach.
Identify and avoid FODMAP foods: Even some healthy foods can cause severe gas in some people. Peas, lentils, cabbage, cauliflower, garlic, and onions are at the forefront of causing gas. Observe yourself and see which foods cause gas for you (Elimination Diet) and avoid such foods completely. For those who experience gas after drinking milk (Lactose Intolerance), use buttermilk or black tea instead of milk.
