How to Treat Intestinal Gas

Intestinal gas can produce an array of problematic symptoms such as belching, passing gas, heartburn and abdominal bloating. Everyone experiences intestinal gas from time-to-time. In many instances, the problem resolves itself. Then again, many people deal with chronic or ongoing intestinal gas, in which food may be the culprit. But fortunately, there are ways to get rid of intestinal gas and alleviate discomfort.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Fiber
• Herbal supplements
• Enzyme supplement
• Anti-gas medication

1. Increase fiber intake. Gastrointestinal conditions such as chronic constipation cause intestinal gas. The easiest way to eliminate constipation is to eat more fiber. Taking a fiber supplement, eating fruits and vegetables, exercising and increasing fluid intake can cure constipation and stop intestinal gas.

2. Stay away from foods that produce gas. Different types of foods can cause intestinal gas. These include beans, cabbage, oats, dairy, wheat and bran. Too much fiber can also contribute to painful gas. It’s okay to eat these foods. However, people who deal with bouts of intestinal gas should eat these foods in moderation.

3. Eat slowly. Eating fast and chewing gum can result in swallowing too much air. In turn, gas develops in the intestines.

4. Drink fewer carbonated beverages. Sodas contain carbonation, which can cause abdominal bloating and intestinal gas. Diet sodas can aggravate the situation. These drinks don’t contain sugar, but they include sugar substitutes, which are proven to cause a host of gastrointestinal problems such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and gas.

5. Experiment with herbal supplements. Ginger, peppermint and green tea naturally eliminate intestinal gas.

6. Buy anti-gas medications. Over-the-counter anti-gas medicines are an effective and quick treatment for intestinal gas. If dairy or other foods normally cause gas symptoms, take a natural enzyme supplement before eating.

7. See a doctor. Chronic intestinal gas can be the symptom of a more serious condition such as colon cancer, rectum cancer, ovarian cancer and other gastrointestinal diseases. Make a doctor’s appointment and rule out these conditions.