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"Dr. Lan, I've heard that frequent farting is a liver problem, is it true?" Mr. Qian asked with some concern, he made an appointment for this time to consult today.
Dr. Lan smiled and shook his head, motioning for Mr. Qian to sit down, "Farts are actually a very natural physiological phenomenon, but if you feel that the situation is a little unusual recently, we can discuss the possible causes. ”
Mr. Qian is a postman who rides his bicycle through busy streets on weekdays, and his physical activity and irregular diet make his digestive system feel stressed from time to time.
"First of all, frequent farting is often associated with eating habits." Dr. Lan sorted through his notes and explained them to Mr. Qian in detail. He explained that when people eat more fiber-rich foods, such as legumes and certain vegetables, the complex carbohydrates in these foods are difficult to fully absorb in the small intestine and then enter the large intestine.
In the large intestine, these carbohydrates are broken down by the microbes in the gut, producing gas in the process, which is a common cause of increased farting.
"Secondly, it may be because of swallowing air." Dr. Lan continued, explaining that people unconsciously swallow air when they eat too quickly, when they talk, or when they chew gum, and that air may be excreted through the intestines. Mr. Qian remembered that he often ate quick snacks while delivering couriers, which may be one reason.
"Finally, there may be indigestion." Dr. Lan says this is usually due to insufficient gastric acid secretion or enzyme activity, which leads to incomplete breakdown of food in the intestines, resulting in excessive gas production.
After hearing this, Mr. Qian began to reflect on whether he had problems in this area, and he did feel that his appetite has not been good lately, and sometimes he felt that food did not seem to be so easy to digest. Dr. Lan also mentioned another case about an account manager who also suffered from frequent farting, and this middle-aged lady was found to be indigestion caused by chronic gastritis after a series of examinations.
Her condition improved after adjusting her diet and taking some digestive enzymes. Dr. Lan then explained in detail how to regulate gut health by improving eating habits and exercising physical activity.
He advised Mr. Qian to reduce his intake of fast food and increase the ratio of vegetables and fruits, while also suggesting that he do some light stretching exercises between work. When we are confronted with small signals from our bodies, are we really paying enough attention and taking proper care? According to Dr Lan, it is important to observe the daily changes in your physical signs.
He used specific cases to show that even seemingly inconspicuous symptoms, such as frequent farting, can be a sign of digestive problems, poor eating habits, or even mental stress. He shared an example of an IT engineer who often faced high work pressure.
Due to frequent overtime and evening work, the engineer's eating habits became irregular, and he often relied on coffee and fast food to maintain his daily vitality. The engineer began experiencing frequent gastrointestinal upsets, including stomach pain, gas, and frequent farting.
After the doctor's advice, he began to adjust his lifestyle habits, moderately reduce work stress, eat regularly, and increase the intake of high-fiber foods, and his symptoms soon improved. Dr Lan also mentioned that proper physical activity is extremely beneficial for gut health.
Simple exercise can promote intestinal peristalsis, help expel gas accumulated in the body, and also help improve blood circulation and overall fitness. Next, Dr. Lan talked about the impact of psychological factors on gastrointestinal function. He mentioned that people who have mood swings or often feel stressed and anxious tend to have more sensitive digestive systems.
He recommends several simple relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, yoga and meditation, which can help relieve psychological stress and thus reduce gastrointestinal discomfort.
Dr Lan emphasised the importance of reducing the intake of greasy and spicy foods, which can easily irritate the intestines and lead to excess gas. He also recommends adding prebiotic-rich foods such as whole grains, bananas, and onions, which contribute to the growth of probiotics in the gut and thus improve gut health.
Mr. Qian not only gained a deeper understanding of his symptoms, but also had a practical guide to how to maintain digestive health.
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