Foods That Cause Gas

What Causes Gas?

Gas can be caused by many different types of foods but the biggest culprits that people can and should avoid are:

beer
fruit juices
sodas
certain processed dairy products

It's worth noting that foods that cause gas in one person may not cause gas in another. The easiest way to find out which foods are causing this is by keeping a food log and recording which ones cause discomfort.

Start recording with a log.

Why should I keep a 'Food Digestion Log'?

Food logs keep you accountable for actual results. They also help you clearly see which foods might cause an issue.

How to use it

Log the time, type of food and log any notes or feelings that you have. Also check off if you had any gas or burped. After you have filled out all the rows you can indicate the types of foods that you might think it could be.

Which foods should I look for?

Foods that cause gas usually contain certain types of sugars as well as soluble fiber. Soluble fiber isn't digested in the stomach and goes into the intestine and fragmented by bacteria resulting in the release of gas. Mentioned below a list of fruits, vegetables, dairy products, whole grain items, beverages and snacks that tend to produce gas in digestive system.�

Printable digestion food Log

The above chart can be edited with excel or as a pdf.

Fruits

Apples
Bananas
Peaches
Apricots
Raisins
Oranges
Pears
Prunes

Whole grains

Flax seeds
Oat bran
Wheat
Barley

Vegetables

Asparagus
Broccoli
Cabbage
Cauliflower
Cucumbers
Lentils
Peas
Radishes
Artichokes
Beans
Brussels
Carrots
Celery
Green
peppers
Onions
Potatoes

Dairy

Ice Cream
Milk
Cheese
Processed milk foods

Snacks

Nuts and seeds
Sugar free candies and gums

Beverages

Diet sodas
Wine
Beer
Fruit juice

Conclusion

Although intestinal gas and bloating are common and natural, it may not be a comfortable experience. Likewise, reducing the intake of certain kinds of gassy food items such as cabbage, fatty meats, and fried items can also help you overcome gas. Avoid drinking carbonated drinks, as they tend to produce gas in your digestive tract. Above all, consult a doctor if there is excessive gas or bloating, as it may be due to some health problems in the form of irritable bowel syndrome and gastroesophageal reflux disease.

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