Flatulence Supplements

Flatulence is described as gas that is released from the anus in excessive amounts. Sometimes, however, even a small amount of gas, if it is particularly malodorous, can be enough to make life difficult, perhaps more for those around you than you yourself. It is believed that a small amount of gas is a normal part of the fermentation process of the small and large intestine. However, large amounts of smelly gas that are relatively constant can indicate hypochlorhydria (low stomach acid), food allergies or sensitivities, dysbiosis (overgrowth of "bad" bacteria), psychological stress and inadeqaute brush border or pancreatic enzymes. One must also take into consideration some of the other, more obvious, causes of flatulence, such as overeating and eating hurriedly without proper chewing. 

Some of the common supplement options for the management of this condition include digestive enzymes, probiotics, and the exclusion of aggravating foods if possible. Despite the fact that flatulence may seem like a relatively benign condition—excluding the effect on the nostrils—it can be an indication that something within the realm of the gastrointestinal tract, food selection, food eating behaviour or even good old stress, that needs to be addressesd. Ultimately, flatulence is a sign that the digetive and absorptive processes are not working as efficiently as they could, which may lead to malnutrition if left unaddressed.