- Ginger. Ginger is a natural remedy for gas and indigestion. You can chew on fresh ginger, drink ginger ale, or take ginger capsules.
Ginger root
- Peppermint. Peppermint is another herb that can help to relieve gas. You can chew on peppermint gum, drink peppermint tea, or take peppermint capsules.
Peppermint plant
- Chamomile. Chamomile is a calming herb that can also help to relieve gas. You can drink chamomile tea or take chamomile capsules.
Chamomile flower
- Fennel. Fennel is a carminative herb, which means it helps to break up gas bubbles. You can chew on fennel seeds, drink fennel tea, or take fennel capsules.
Fennel seeds
- Probiotics. Probiotics are live bacteria that are good for your gut health. They can help to reduce gas and bloating by balancing the bacteria in your gut. You can take probiotic supplements or eat probiotic-rich foods like yogurt, kefir, and sauerkraut.
Probiotics
- Avoid foods that cause gas. Some foods are more likely to cause gas than others. These include beans, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, onions, and garlic. If you find that these foods cause you gas, you may want to avoid them or eat them in smaller amounts.
Here are some additional tips for relieving gas:
- Eat slowly and chew your food thoroughly. This will help to break down food and make it easier to digest.
- Avoid carbonated drinks. Carbonated drinks can cause gas bubbles to form in your stomach.
- Get enough fiber in your diet. Fiber can help to keep your bowel movements regular and reduce the amount of gas that you produce.
- Exercise regularly. Exercise can help to keep your digestive system healthy and reduce the amount of gas that you produce.
If you have persistent gas, you should talk to your doctor. There may be an underlying medical condition that is causing your gas.
