Flatulence

Flatulence is the accumulation of gas along the gastrointestinal tract. This accumulation of gas in the intestines and stomach creates the need for their successive and continuous elimination from the body, often causing pain, discomfort and shame to the sufferer. When flatulence persists, it hinders and complicates daily life. But it certainly does not cease to be a natural process of the body. It is usually the result of eating habits, and it is possible that it is a symptom of certain diseases.

Symptoms

Symptoms vary from person to person, others flow frequently and others show increased flatulence. Flatulence, bloating, bloating, cramps, and abdominal pain may occur when gas is trapped in normal bowel movements, usually below the liver (anterior upper right ventricle) or below the spleen (anterior upper left ventricle). Humans do not excrete large amounts of gas, but they are more sensitive to normal amounts of gas because the nerves that carry information from the gut are overactive (irritable bowel syndrome). In this case, even normal amounts of gas are perceived as pain, flatulence or bloating. The expulsion of an increased amount of gas with belching may be associated with functional indigestion, ie recurrent persistent pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen without recognizable cause. Functional indigestion is probably due to the increased sensitivity of the stomach to its contents.

Causes

Initially, intestinal gas can be induced by simply swallowing air. This is possible when the mouth is open for a long time as the person engages in habits such as: Smoking, Chewing gum, Consumption of carbonated beverages, Frequent speech during meals Most of them, however, are due to foods rich in carbohydrates , which the body finds difficult to process. When due to these foods the digestive process is hindered, then the small intestine may not absorb them. This results in them being led to the large intestine, whose natural microflora processes the substances. During this process, the intestinal gases are produced.

Treatment

When intestinal gases arise from foods of the categories mentioned above, the best advice is to consume them in moderation. However, they should not be completely avoided as they are foods that, despite the annoying effects, are rich in nutrients and necessary for the good health of the body. When we have intolerance to some food and generally intense flatulence and bloating, it is recommended to replace it with another nutritionally equivalent food. At the same time, we can include in our diet foods that reduce gases and contribute to the proper functioning of metabolism such as yogurt, rice and ripe bananas. It is worth noting that herbal tea, such as mint and marjoram, promotes digestion and helps reduce gas in the intestines. kind of “diary”), so that we can properly manage our diet and better understand our body. Finally, the intake of more fluids can help in cases such as constipation and thus prevent the accumulation of gas. Light exercise also, like walking, contributes significantly to good circulation and proper functioning of the digestive system.