Causes
- Bacterial fermentation of undigested carbohydrates in the colon
- swallowing air while eating or drinking
Symptoms
- Abdominal distension and tightness
- frequent belching
- passing excess flatus
- gurgling abdominal sounds
Risk Factors
- Eating too fast
- carbonated sodas
- gas-producing foods such as beans
- lentils
- cauliflower and onions
