What are the Real causes of Bloating and Gas?The causes of bloating and gas can be varied but generally the main cause is FERMENTATION. Abdominal bloating and gas are forms of indigestion. Commonly, lower intestinal gas and stomach bloating is produced when bacteria in your colon cause fermentation of carbohydrates and other foods. When foods aren't digested well in your small intestine, they begin a fermentation process. That fermentation process produces gas.
Why aren't these foods digested well?see the digestive enzymes page here.. Other causes of bloating and gas can be..1. AntibioticsIn some cases of excess gas, antibiotic use may be a factor because antibiotics disrupt the normal bacterial flora in your bowel.2. Food intolerancesIf your gas and bloating occur mainly after eating dairy products, it may be because your body isn't able to break down the sugar (lactose) in dairy foods.Many people aren't able to process lactose efficiently after age 6, and even infants are sometimes lactose intolerant. Other food intolerances, especially to gliadin (the part of gluten that many people have a problem with) also can result in excess gas, diarrhea and even weight loss. Food intolerences may be minimized or eliminated by digestive enzymes, read here.. 3. Stress or anxietyThe link between stress and proper intestinal function is undisputed in the medical community.Ever since the recognition of non-inflammatory bowel disorders, like IBS, the studies that followed show very well that the nervous system and stress play a very important role in digestive health. 4. Gastrointestinal infection(i.e. candidiasis) or parasites.5. Irritable bowel syndromeA non-inflammatory condition of the colon characterized by abdominal pain or cramping and changes in bowel function.Serious health conditionsExcessive gas may be one of several signs and symptoms of a more serious inflammatory condition.Always consult your Physician if you feel you may have more serious intestinal problem. Please read my get rid of bloating page to find out how get rid of bloating for yourself..
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