Question 1

does coconut water cause gas?

Accepted Answer

It might: People who have difficulty breaking down fructose may experience loose stools, GI upset ; gas with coconut.

Question 2

what causes gas in the intestines?

Accepted Answer

Altered flora: A change in the normal bacterial population of the gut. The bacteria generate gas which distends the colon and causes flatulence.

Question 3

what causes gas and how do i get rid of it?

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What causes "gas": Gi gas arises from maldigestion (enzyme deficiency like lactose intolerance), food intolerance (ex. Gluten sensitivity), fermentation (as with bacterial overgrowth syndrome or changed flora after antibiotics), altered GI tract motility/gastroparesis, excessive air swallowing, inflammatory ;infectious causes. Any peptic symptoms, early satiety? Tried acid blockers yet? Also check out fod-map diet.

Question 4

papaya causes gas?

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Papaya has a high: Fiber content -so it can cause gas in some.

Question 5

i am using coconut oil on my eyebrows for moisturizing and regrowth. could this cause any eyecolor change?

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Absolutely not : Only glaucoma drugs that are prostaglandin inhibitors can /do have side effect of lengthening eyelashes, and changing eye color darker when instilled into the eye as eyedrops used daily. However, they are not used for eyebrow regrowth. So eyebrows aren't affected whatsoever. Your eyebrows will grow back quickly by themselves, and organic, raw coconut oil is a great moisturizer. Apply lightly.

Question 6

there is a trend to use coconut oil for cooking and coconut milk for drinks. could these cause cloresterol problems?

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Cholesterol : Yes, bad choleaterol comes from mainly polysayurated fats. Always bake instead of fry when possible. Nothing more important than healthy low fat diet and exercise to decrease cardiovascular risk.

Question 7

what causes gas in the descending colon?

Accepted Answer

Gas: Air or gas in the G.I. tract gets into the G.I. tract through the  mouth. Air is swallowed in the food and liquids we drink. Certain foods such as beans and cabbage will generate air in the breakdown process. Carbonated beverages add lots of air to our G.I. tract.

Question 8

what causes gas pain under your right shoulder blade?

Accepted Answer

Several options: If you've had a recent laparoscopic procedure, the gas utilized during that procedure can case shoulder pain for several days.  Other than that, pain in that area could be caused by a thoracic radiculopathy or a trigger point, among other things.  See a physician if symptoms persist or are severe.

Question 9

could using coconut oil for an intimate lubricate cause a uti?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Use a lubricant designed for that specific purpose, not something not intended to be used inside the vagina.

Question 10

will applying coconut oil on penis for masturbation cause any ill effects ?

Accepted Answer

No: Coconut oil is not only safe to rub on our skin but is widely used to improve skin health. It will not cause any ill effects.
See https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/oils/coconut-oil-for-skin.html

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