Everyone passes gas, but how much is too much?

Occasional gas is normal, but persistent or painful bloating might indicate underlying health concerns that deserve medical attention. The average person passes gas between 13 and 21 times per day.

Dear Doctors: I am a vegan, and after a meal, I have uncomfortable and smelly intestinal gas. It has only ever eased when I took an antibiotic and after colonoscopy prep. I assume that’s because these ...

Researchers are testing "smart underwear" sensors that track when people pass gas—while also recording diet and daily habits. Early results show pe ...

Intestinal gas is a byproduct of the digestive process. It may also occur due to swallowing air while eating, diet, and underlying health conditions. If the body cannot release enough gas, it can ...

Dietary choices, such as consuming high-fiber or fatty foods, may lead to increased fermentation and gas production in the digestive tract. Lifestyle factors like stress or atypical sleep patterns can ...

A team of scientists at the University of Maryland (UMD) is gathering first-of-its-kind data through a device you put on your ...

Some of the best ways to reduce bloating include eating slowly; consuming small portions of balanced food; increasing fibers gradually-what is referred to as 'fibermaxxing'. TheHealthSite.com ...

Dear Doctors: I am a vegan, and after a meal, I have uncomfortable and smelly intestinal gas. It has only ever eased when I took an antibiotic and after colonoscopy prep. I assume that’s because these ...