Kitchen remedies for instant relief from gas

Even though it sounds strange, but an average person daily releases stomach gas up to 21 times. This is the average frequency which does not cause any troubling symptoms. However, when there is the excessive formation of gas in the stomach, it causes discomforting and often painful stomach gas troubles. 

Excessive formation of stomach gas is because of several factors, such as:
•    Heavy meals
•    Greasy, oily and spicy food items
•    Smoking
•    Lying down after a meal
•    Lack of physical activity
•    Late-night snacking
•    Certain foods
•    Excessive alcohol
•    Carbonated beverages
•    Not chewing well
•    Eating too fast and swallowing air while eating

No matter the cause, stomach gas is a very troubling situation and one that can hamper regular functioning and also cause much embarrassment. However, to relieve you of the discomfort and stomach ache caused because of stomach gas problems, Gas-O-Fast has listed these effective and easy kitchen remedies for instant relief from gas.

Triphala
Considered a boon for digestive problems and also very useful in weight loss – Triphala is a very easy and helpful home remedy for gas. Triphala is an Ayurvedic mixture of three ingredients including bibhitaki, amalaki and haritaki that work together to promote healthy digestion in the body, improve bowel movement and restrict the formation of excessive stomach gas. Triphala is antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiviral and helps in detoxifying the body and curing various stomach ailments including stomach gas, acidity, stomach ache and heartburn.

Lukewarm water with lemon juice
This is a very simple, easy and very critical in curing stomach ache and related discomfort caused due to stomach gas. Lemon juice promotes increased production of bile in the lover to amp the natural digestive process; they are also very effective in reducing bloating, stomach ache and constipation. Drinking a glass of lukewarm water with one whole lime juice is very useful in providing relief from stomach gas pains and related ailments. Lemons are also enriched with potassium that helps with dizziness and nausea. 

Ginger Tea
While consuming raw ginger and ginger in other food recipes can also prove fruitful in curing stomach gas troubles, but ginger tea works magically. Ginger is carminative in nature and is enriched with antioxidant properties that promote healthy digestion and proper breakdown of food, allowing the stomach gas formed to pass through, instead of clogging and creating problems quickly. Ginger contains phenolic – a compound known to soothe gastric contractions and gastrointestinal irritation. For best results, you can grate some ginger, boil it in a cup of water then strain the mix to drink it hot post every meal to keep stomach gas problems at bay. You can add some honey to it for taste.

Jeera Water
This natural digestive spice is the ultimate cure for many health disorders and one of them being gas problems. Jeera or cumin seeds contain digestive oils and enzymes that stimulate the salivary glands promoting better movement of food through the digestive tract. It is also anti-inflammatory, anti-congestant and restricts the cross-talk between the cells and restrains the signalling pathways. Jeera is also an excellent source of antioxidants, Vitamin A and C, copper, manganese, and can destroy the harmful free oxygen radicals, helping to detoxify the body. Jeera being a very rich source of antioxidants, helps in removing toxins from the body. To get instant relief through cumin seeds, take one sachet of Gas-O-Fast Jeera as soon as you experience gas troubles or soak a tablespoon of Jeera in water overnight and then next morning, boil the mix, strain it and drink it hot.

Peppermint Tea
Peppermint tea is known as one of the most effectual home remedies for indigestion. Peppermint is enriched with antispasmodic and relaxant properties that promote healthy digestion and no clogging of gas in the stomach. Peppermint very effectively calms the stomach muscles and enhances the flow of bile, which helps in digestion of fats. To get instant relief from gas, stomach ache, stomach burning, acidity, and heartburn – you can getNatural varients from the nearest chemist shop. Alternatively, you can boil a few peppermint leaves in water for approximately 15-20 minutes, strain the mixture, and drink it hot post all three meals of the day. 

In addition to these home remedies, some useful tips and lifestyle changes will also go a long way in easing gas troubles. These include:
•    Taking a slow walk post meals
•    Avoiding smoking and alcohol
•    Restricting the use of unnecessary medicines
•    Consuming a healthy, nutritious diet
•    Eating light and regular meals
•    Avoiding oily and spicy food
•    Avoiding carbonated beverages and sweetened drinks
•    Engaging in 30 minutes of physical activity
•    Wear comfortable clothing
•    Massaging the stomach

Moreover, it is useful to keep natural varients handy for situations where you might need instant relief from acidity and stomach gas. These sachets are available in all flavours and are enriched with digestive properties that amp the digestion of food and also help curb the formation of excessive gas in the stomach.