The average person passes gas between 14 and 23 times a day. When you’re struck with a painful bloating and gas, try taking an antacid or Pepto-Bismol to coat your stomach, or probiotics to ease your symptoms. Over-the-counter products that reduce gas may contain simethicone or activated charcoal, but they’re not really that effective, say experts. Generally you juts have tp wait it out (or simply let it out!). “There are no easy ways of getting around gas, only easy ways of avoiding it in the future.” says Dr Mehmet Oz. If your suspect that eating veggies or beans is the problem, try Beano before your next meal.

How to avoid problem:

  • Chew thoroughly and eat leisurely
  • Avoid overeating
  • Don’t lie down after eating; get up and take a 20-minute walk
  • Avoid gaseous foods, including soda, gum, mints, candy, Brussels sprouts and cabbage, and don’t drink water with meals.