What Causes Gas Pains?
When you’re in grade school, gas is either funny or embarassing. When you get older it’s still embarassing and sometimes painful. People get gas for basically two reasons: 1) the digestive process releases gas; 2) swallowing air, particularly while eating, causes gas. Certain types of foods, particularly foods high in fiber and/or carbohydrates (most beans fall into both categories!) produce a lot of gas. For the most part, a little intestinal gas is just part of life and a sign of healthy digestion but when gas causes bloating and stomach pain it’s time to seek some relief. Please consult a doctor if you have prolonged or frequent periods of painful gas.
