How to treat flatulence?
Causes of flatulence
One of the factors influencing excessive gas formation is the air that a person swallows while eating, smoking or having an emotional conversation.
Also, increased gas formation is provoked by some products:
- legumes;
- cabbage;
- onions;
Causes of flatulence
One of the factors influencing excessive gas formation is the air that a person swallows while eating, smoking or having an emotional conversation.
Also, increased gas formation is provoked by some products:
- legumes;
- cabbage;
- onions;
- garlic;
- beets;
- radishes.
According to the norm, for men, the frequency of gas release through the rectum should not exceed 23 times a day, and for women this figure is lower and varies from 7 to 12.
In addition, excessive "talkativeness" of the intestines affected by:
- carbonated drinks;
- products containing lactose. For example, milk, parmesan, Swiss cheese, mozzarella;
- neuropsychiatric disorders, stress;
- frequent constipation;
- taking antibiotics;
- dysbacteriosis (intestinal microflora disorders);
- gastritis, ulcers;
- gallstone disease;
- helminths (worms).
Symptoms of flatulence
In addition to periodic gas release from the intestines, flatulence is experienced by:
- nausea;
- insomnia;
- decreased appetite;
- shortness of breath;
- cramping pain in the abdominal cavity;
- a feeling of heaviness in the stomach.
Medicines for flatulence
To relieve the symptoms of an unpleasant phenomenon, the following are usually prescribed:
- «Bobotik»;
- «Espumisan»;
- «Disflatil».
If relief does not occur for a long time, you should consult a gastroenterologist. After the examination, the doctor will select an effective therapy. Treatment may include:
- antispasmodics (No-shpa, Spazmol, Spazmonet);
- enterosorbents (Activated carbon, Enterosgel, Sorbex);
- enzyme preparations (Pankreoflat, Pepfiz, Creon).
Diet for flatulence
The basis of treatment is the elimination of the causes that affect excessive gas formation. First of all, review your diet and exclude from your daily menu:
- beans;
- asparagus;
- potatoes;
- corn;
- mushrooms;
- alcohol;
- grapes;
- pears;
- apples;
- peaches.
It will be useful to eat:
- carrots;
- eggplants;
- walnuts;
- crackers;
- buckwheat, millet porridge;
- boiled lean meat.
Treatment of flatulence with folk methods
Simple home remedies will help get rid of excessive gas formation.
Cardamom. This spice can quickly get rid of unwanted gases. To do this, take 5 seeds, put them in your mouth and begin to chew slowly.
Dill water. Pour a tablespoon of dill seeds into a liter saucepan and pour boiling water over it. Let it brew for an hour, then strain. Drink the finished infusion one glass per day. One such dose is enough to prevent an unpleasant phenomenon.
Mint tea. A healing drink made from several leaves of fresh mint and a cup of hot water will help calm the intestines. Drink in small sips.
Ginger. Grind one root through a meat grinder, then add 1 teaspoon of honey and lemon juice to the resulting gruel. It is enough to eat a tablespoon of this mixture to get rid of gases.
Chamomile decoction. Take 0.5 tablespoons of dried flowers and pour a glass of warm water. Then put on the fire and boil for five minutes. After this, cool and take two sips three times a day after meals.
Additional recommendations
To prevent the development of flatulence, it is necessary to observe preventive measures:
- stick to a healthy diet and a balanced diet;
- during meals, try not to talk with your mouth full;
- eat slowly, chewing food thoroughly;
- exercise regularly. Half an hour of morning exercises has a beneficial effect on overall well-being;
- quit smoking.
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