There are three main sources of wind: Everyone’s gut contains gas; carbon dioxide is produced by chemical reactions within the gut; some of the bacteria living in our intestines act on food residues in the lower gut.
Wind – General Information
Sources of Wind There are three main sources of wind: Everyone’s gut contains gas because we cannot help swallowing air when we swallow food, when we drink and when we...
Reasons for Farting and Belching
Foods That Cause Flatulence Onions, tomatoes and mints actually relax the muscle at the lower end of the gullet, allowing air from the stomach to escape by belching. Farting is...
What You Can Do About Farting and Belching
Keep a Diary If you really want to get to grips with the problem, keep a diary of what and when you eat for a week. Also note when you...