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since I have gotten older, when I eat a meal I often have gas, why is that? That never happened when I was younger, and what can I do about it?

Submitted: 586 days and 19 hours ago.
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Female, Age: 50, Georgia

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Hello XXXXXX,

Gas is found in the stomach from

Swallowed air.

Breakdown of undigested food by bacterial action.

There are many factors that may produce gas-

Enzyme deficiency.

Gastrointestinal reflux disease, .Peptic ulcer disease

Gall bladder disease.

Smoking, Tea, coffee, alcohol.

Some fibre rich vegetables like cabbage, beans,

Excess of fatty food,

Less physical activity

Anxiety, tension etc.

In young age all the factor may not work together, so there are less production of gas.

By relating all the above factors you have to make some life style modifications-

The amount of gas caused by certain foods varies from person to person.

Effective dietary changes depend on learning through trial and error how much of the offending foods one can handle.

Limiting high-fat foods to reduce bloating and discomfort.

Avoid tea, coffee,alcohol, smoking

Daily exercise, Take plenty of water

Treat if any gastrointestinal disease

Reduce tension.

I hope this will satisfy your query. If you need further clarifications, I will be happy to explain you.

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Answered: 4/13/2008

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586 days and 14 hours ago.

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Reply to Dr.D. Saha's Post: Dear Dr. Saha, I do exercise reguarly, I am not overweight, I usually drink only water with my meals, but I do drink coffee only 1 or 2 cups daily. No alchol, limit fatty foods, so I think I eat a pretty heathy diet. Is there a supplement I could add to my diet to aid my digestion? Thanks, XXXXXX

Posted by Dr. Saha 586 days and 13 hours ago.

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For excessive gas you may take OTC Simethicone preperation like Mylanta Gas and
Charcoal tablet.

Yogurt is good.

Some enzymes may be taken but need prescription.

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586 days and 11 hours ago.

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Thank you I will try that, you have been very helpful.

Posted by Dr. Saha 586 days and 11 hours ago.

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