With Reflexologist Nuria Weaver
Home Remedies for Flatulence
Flatulence is the expulsion of gases and the byproducts that occurs in the digestion process. Flatus usually means mixture of gas that may be released with pressure and accompanied by a sound. It usually happens due to indigestion of the food in the digestive system. As a result gases get collected in the body because of the chemical reactions. This is then expelled through the rectum in the form of wind. This condition is known as flatulence.
Flatulence may not be a serious problem but can be embarrassing while you are in a crowded place or in the middle of a meeting. However, the condition can be accompanied with gas pains which can be intense and result in intermittent abdominal pain. Although flatulence and the gas pains cannot be stopped, but you can reduce the gas amount and relieve the discomfort and embarrassment by following some home remedies for flatulence.
Causes of Flatulence
The common causes of flatulence are listed below:
- Excessive amounts of bacteria present in the intestines
- Consumption of fibrous food in large amounts
- Consumption of food products that contain malt extracts
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Constipation
- Digestive disorders that affect the GI tract like the gastroenteritis
- Food prepared from under unhygienic surrounding
- High fat diet
- Contaminated water
- Metabolic breakdown of amino acids and sulfur containing proteins in the intestines
- Swallowed air
- Fat mal absorption
- Lactase deficiency
- Breakdown of undigested food
- Red wine and dark beer
- Starchy food like corn and potato
- Drugs and medication
Symptoms of Flatulence
The common symptoms that many people may experience are:
- Gas and gas pains which too obvious
- Involuntary and voluntary expulsion of gas which can be either flatus or belching
- Jabbing pains or cramps which can be sharp in the abdomen. Such pains can occur anywhere in the abdomen and may quickly change locations.
- Abdominal bloating (distension)
The best way to treat the condition is to follow some home remedies for flatulence and a little of lifestyle modifications can go a long way to reduce the problem and bring a lot of relief.
Home Remedies for Flatulence using garlic, ginger and sodium carbonate
- One of the useful remedies for flatulence is the extract juice of garlic and ginger which is ideal for the condition. All you got to do is mix the juice in a little lukewarm and drink the solution whenever flatulence occur.
- Sodium carbonate which is commonly known as baking soda. For this you mix the powder in a cup of water and in addition to this squeeze a lemon to the liquid. Add a pinch of salt and drink the solution. This is a common home remedies for flatulence that is quite effective.
Home Remedies for Flatulence using turmeric and warm milk
- Raw turmeric is also excellent for the treatment of flatulence. Use some raw turmeric and chop it to fine pieces and use a little dash of lemon juice. And finally sprinkle some pepper and salt to it. Eat this raw turmeric along with your meals. This improves digestion and as such keeps flatulence problem away.
- A glassful of warm milk is effective for abdominal problems. Add a little amount of castor oil which can solve the problem in a short time.
Home Remedies for Flatulence using fennel seeds and mustard oil
- Fennel seeds helps to cool down the stomach and solves the digestion related problems. Use five tablespoon of fennel seeds and roast them. Grind these seed into fine powder and add little amount of sugar to the powder. Mix them well and add them to equal quantity of Isphagula. Consume two teaspoon of the mixture in the morning and evening which is natural treatment for flatulence.
- Mustard oil also helps to solve the problem of flatulence. Take some amount of mustard oil along with asafetida powder and add little ground rock salt. Consume a teaspoon of the mixture two times a day. This is one of the good old home remedies for flatulence.
Home Remedies for Flatulence using fenugreek seeds and cinnamon
- To avoid and treat flatulence, you can use 25 grams of fenugreek seeds and mix them in equal amounts of dill seeds. Roast the seeds in open pan and crush them partially and use a small quantity of the seeds everyday after meals. This is a beneficial remedy for flatulence.
- Infusion prepared from cinnamon is also effective for flatulence. Boil the water for at least half an hour and allow it to cool completely before taking the infusion. This should be taken half an hour after meals and is one of the good preventive measures for people who have this common problem.
Home Remedies for Flatulence using brandy and honey
- Put two teaspoon of brandy in a cup of water and mix them well. This is effective and should be consumed before going to bed. This helps to digest the food and further assimilate overnight. This is a simple home remedy for flatulence.
- The condition can also be solved by consuming a teaspoon of honey and a drop of dill oil. This is very effective and should be taken regularly to see positive results.
- A mixture prepared from cardamom, pepper and ginger in equal proportion is a good remedy. You can either eat half teaspoon of the powder or add in a cup of warm water and drink the solution. This will prevent the offensive odor of flatulence. This is one of the effective flatulence home remedies.
Apart from the above home remedies for flatulence, eat a healthy diet at regular meal time. And also avoid smoking and overeating as all this may lead to flatulence.
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