Say Goodbye to Stomach Gas: Tips for Relief and Prevention

If gas is being formed in your stomach, then you can do first aid in the following way -

• Eat food slowly and chew the food completely. If you eat food quickly, then you also take in air along with the food, which causes gas. 
• Do not eat things that cause gas, such as apples, broccoli, onions, milk and ice cream etc. These things contain substances that are not easily or quickly digested, which causes gas. Keep in mind that eating and drinking some food or beverages together also causes gas in the stomach. 
• Instead of eating a lot of food at once, eat less food in small intervals. 
• Holding gas in the stomach can cause stomach pain and bloating, so do not hold the gas forcibly, let it come out. Apart from this, gas is also formed by holding stool.
• Try not to take water or other liquids in between while eating food, due to this the food is not digested properly. If possible, drink liquids half an hour before eating.
• If you have gas, then celery is a good remedy for it. Celery contains such substances, which make digestion process easy, so you can take half a teaspoon of celery with water once a day. 
• Activated charcoal can be helpful for stomach gas, it also reduces gas and improves digestion. Activated charcoal is available in the market in the form of liquid or tablets. 
• It is believed that sitting upright after eating food provides relief from gas problems. 
• Chewing gum causes a lot of air to enter the mouth and causes gas. Try not to chew gum. 
• Sometimes deep breathing cures the gas problem. However, some people start producing more gas by doing this method. 
• If you smoke, try to quit this habit. Smoking cigarettes causes air to enter the stomach and gas begins to form. 
• Drinking cumin water is considered very good for stomach gas as it helps in proper digestion of food. For this, boil one teaspoon of cumin in a cup of water. Now after the water cools down, filter it and drink it after eating. 
• Drinking something through a straw or directly from a bottle causes a lot of air to enter the stomach, which leads to gas formation. That is why try to drink liquids only from a glass or cup.
• Taking a walk after eating provides relief from gas problems. Remember not to walk too fast while walking, this can cause pain in your stomach. 
• Consuming substances like cold-drinks or soda causes a lot of air to enter the stomach, which causes gas formation. If you already have a gas problem, then this can cause you stomach pain and bloating. Stay away from these liquids when gas is formed.
• Asafoetida is also a good remedy for stomach gas. Take half a teaspoon of asafoetida and mix it in lukewarm water and drink it. This gives a lot of relief in the stomach gas.
• If you are having stomach pain due to gas, then apply hot compress on the stomach. This will relax the stomach muscles and the gas will come out and you will also get relief from pain. 
• If you want, grate ginger and mix it with one teaspoon lemon juice and drink it after eating. Ginger provides relief from gas problems. You can also take ginger tea instead of this mixture. 
• Exercise relaxes the stomach muscles and the gas comes out. For this, you can do yoga or light exercises.
• Medicines available at medical stores can also be taken for gas. However, before taking any medicine, read the instructions given on the back of the medicine packet and consult your doctor.

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Stomach gas and its related problems get cured in some time, for this you do not need to go to the doctor. However, if you are experiencing the following symptoms or problems, then definitely go to your doctor -

• Too much gas formation every day.
• Diarrhea. 
• Lack of appetite or stomach getting full quickly. 
• Severe stomach pain. 
• Gas is not getting cured even after changing eating habits.
• Unexpected weight loss. 
• Blood in stool.
• Gas is not getting cured even after lifestyle changes. 
• Chest pain or any other problem. 
• Home remedies or first aid are not effective. 
• Change in stool color. 
• Stomach pain not getting cured. 

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Some simple and effective measures can be taken to cure the problem of gas in the stomach. First, pay attention to your diet and avoid gas-producing foods, such as beans, cabbage, and carbonated drinks. Chewing food slowly can also reduce the problem of gas. Consuming natural ingredients such as ginger, mint, and fennel can also be beneficial. In addition, regular light exercise, such as walking or yoga, keeps the digestive system active and helps expel gas. Drinking more water is also important, as it smoothens the digestive process. If the problem persists, a doctor should be consulted, as it may be a sign of another health problem.