Stomach Gas: Diagnosis, Prevention and Treatment
Diagnosis
It is based on symptoms described before, in the knowledge of feeding and habits of the patient.
Usually, the discomfort is manifested orally by those who suffer as a feeling of “stomach too full or heavy.”
Prevention
- Eat small meals five times a day, slowly and chewing food thoroughly.
- Reduce or eliminate the use of carbonated beverages.
- Do not chew gum for extended periods.- Moderate consumption of fats, condiments, spicy foods in general favor the emergence of gases.
- Avoid stress, which can be used for a natural tranquilizer.
- Avoid heavy dinners.
- Can resort to drugs to help digestion or strengthen the intestinal flora, as well as herbal teas to improve the functioning of the digestive system, it would favor the elimination of flatulence faster.
Treatment
When the presence of gases is very annoying and constant, it is necessary to eliminate the consumption of soft drinks, chewing gum, spices and chile.
After meals can be used to counter antacids, because they benefit the output of stomach gas and relieve the sensation of heaviness.
Perfectly and calmly chewing each bite.
Drinking large amounts of fluids, preferably after a meal.
Also favors the consumption of herbal teas that enhance the process of food digestion.