Eating light,
easily digested foods can help minimize bloating, calm your digestive tract,
and stop more gas buildup when your stomach hurts from gas.
Here are some foods that prevent gas and bloating, and some advice on how to feel better.
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| What to Eat When Your Stomach Hurts From Gas? |
What to Eat When Your Stomach Hurts From Gas?
Best Foods to Eat
1. Bananas
Rich in
potassium and easy on the stomach, it helps in controlling digestion and fluid
balance.
2. Plain White Rice
Easy to
digest and low in fiber, it benefits with stomach settling. More >>>
3. Boiled Potatoes (no butter or
spices)
A bland,
calming, and satisfying carbohydrate
4. Ginger (fresh or tea)
Ginger reduces
nausea, bloating, and gas. Ginger tea is quite calming.
5. Peppermint Tea
Helps in the
passage of trapped gas through the intestines and relaxes the digestive
muscles.
6. Oatmeal (plain)
An option
that helps in digestion without producing gas and is light and balanced in
fiber
7. Toast (preferably white or
sourdough)
It is simple
to digest and may help in the absorption of excess stomach acid.
8. Yogurt with probiotics (plain,
low-sugar)
It reduces
bacteria that cause flatulence which helps in balancing gut flora
9. Steamed carrots or zucchini
Easy-to-digest
vegetables that are soft and do not generate gas.
Foods to Avoid When Your Stomach Hurts From Gas
- Lentils and beans
- Onions, cauliflower, broccoli, and cabbage
- Carbonated beverages (sparkling water, soda)
- Foods that is fried or greasy
- If you are lactose intolerant, dairy
- Spicy dishes
- Artificial sweeteners, such as sorbitol
Additional Tips
- To lessen air swallowed, eat slowly and chew
properly.
- Water should be warm, not cold.
- For relief, apply a heating pad to your stomach.
- Do not lay down right after eating.
See a doctor to rule out underlying problems like GERD, IBS, or food intolerances if the gas discomfort is severe or frequent.
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