Monday, March 30, 2009

Got Gas?

Intestinal gas is funny only when we see comedians carry on about it. However, flatulence is an embarrassing symptom caused by poor digestion or constipation. I know this is no fun to talk about, but if you are one of those gaseous types, read on for herbal help. The answer to your roommates’ prayers are almost over! Our bodies create gas for many reasons. Intestinal gas is created by fermentation of wastes in the bowel, and constipation is a large part of why we have this problem. How do you know if your gas is a result of constipation? It shouldn’t be too hard to recognize, but here are a couple of clues:
  • You have the mysterious power to clear out a movie theater without saying a word.
  • While flying, you cause airline attendants to strap on their parachutes while passenger oxygen masks drop from the ceiling above you.
  • Only when you sit up front during a live lecture does the speaker seem to become overwhelmed with unexplainable emotion, which causes him to go into long pauses, tightly close his eyes, and wipe sweat nervously from his brow.
But seriously, here are some reasons why you might be full of hot air:
  • Improper combination of food
  • Poor digestion
  • Inadequate mastication of food
  • Eating too fast (sucking wind)
  • Drinking lots of liquids with meals

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