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Why do I get flatulence straight after meals?

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However, in order for a person to pass flatus there has to be sufficient gas in the lowest part of the large intestine. Below are some of the possible causes of flatulence that is more likely to arise during and after eating. There are many other possible causes as well. This pattern of flatulence may be a symptom of some disease. read more

Immediately after meals is too soon for your food to reach your intestine, where the gas is almost certain to be created. It’s more probable that eating stimulates the digestive tract to move its contents down, so that the gas is expelled as a signal that the body wants to evacuate the bowel. read more

Gas in the stomach is typically caused by swallowing air while eating and by the breakdown of food in the large intestine. Certain foods such as beans, pears, broccoli, mushrooms, milk, whole grains and apples can contribute to gas. Common gas symptoms include flatulence, burping, bloating and abdominal pain and discomfort. read more

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