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What causes excessive gas? and is it unhealthy?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Colon: The bacteria in the colon process sugars and starches and make gas. Excess gas in the gas of bacterial overgrowth with bloating and pain might be a problem. A hydrogen breath test can diagnose this and lactose intolerant. If you are without diarrhea or bloating or pain, it should not be alarming.

Answered 11/11/2019

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Gas cause by foods: Excessive gas is most often caused by certain foods such as leafy veggies. It is not unhealthy. Increasing fiber in your diet may be helpful.

Answered 11/4/2018

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