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Excessive flatulence is the elimination of gases frequently, which is often related to gastrointestinal changes, physical inactivity and poor eating habits, which can lead to the production and elimination of excess gases, in addition to the appearance of signs and symptoms that are related to the excessive presence of gases, such as cramps and abdominal discomfort, for example.
The accumulation of gases is usually related to lifestyle and, therefore, to combat excessive flatulence it is important to practice physical activities and avoid foods that favor the formation of gases, such as beans, chickpeas, cabbage and broccoli, for example.
Causes of excessive flatulence
The excess production of gases in the body can be related to several processes and most of the time it is related to the person's life habits, for example:
- Chew with your mouth open or very fast, which allows gases to enter the digestive system and accumulate;
- Talk while chewing or eating large quantities of food at once;
- Consume foods that cause gas, such as beans, broccoli, sweets, milk, potatoes, broccoli, egg, lentils and cabbage;
- Having intestinal problems, such as constipation, diarrhea or Crohn's disease, for example;
- Have food intolerance;
- Be sedentary;
- Consumption of protein supplements.
It is also common for pregnant women to have excessive flatulence, which usually happens as a consequence of constipation and muscle relaxation, which decrease bowel movements and increase the decomposition of feces.
The presence of excessive flatulence in the body can lead to the appearance of some signs and symptoms that can be quite uncomfortable, such as colic, increased abdominal volume, stinging pain and a hard belly, in addition to there may also be periods of diarrhea and constipation. Know how to recognize gas symptoms.
How treatment should be
Excessive flatulence is usually not indicative of serious problems, so specific treatment is not necessary. However, in order to avoid the formation of a large amount of gases, it is important that the cause is identified, as this way it is possible to prevent flatulences from accumulating again.
Thus, if excessive flatulence is a consequence of food, it is important to identify which food causes the increase in gas production and avoid its consumption, in addition to not talking while eating, avoiding chewing gum and consuming fizzy drinks , as this also favors the formation of flatulence.
In addition to identifying and avoiding the cause responsible for excessive flatulence, some home remedies can also be used, such as herbal tea or carrot juice, for example, as they help eliminate excess gas and thus relieve symptoms that the person may be feeling. Check out some options of home remedies for excessive flatulence.
See in the video below some tips to eliminate intestinal gases: