Bloating, wind and abdominal pain are commonly experienced by people who have an imbalanced gut microbiome (dysbiosis), or who have a lack of digestive enzymes and low stomach acids. Other conditions that are associated with these digestive complaints are leaky gut, irritable bowel syndrome, food allergies and intolerances, Candida, SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) and inflammatory bowel conditions (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis). Whatever the cause, excessive wind in your digestive tract can be both embarrassing and distressing. Here are nine ways to help ease wind and bloating and improve your digestion.
1. Brassica
Even though brassica vegetables are extremely beneficial for your health and should be included in the diet, there are some people who need to be mindful of how they consume these super veggies. Some people experience digestive upsets like excess flatulence and bloating when they consume too many brassicas such as broccoli,
