Gases in pregnancy are frequent due to decreased bowel movement, which can also cause constipation, causing much discomfort for the pregnant woman.
Some remedies for gas in pregnancy are:
- Dimethicone (Luftal);
Glycerin suppository .
Any type of gas medicine should be used only under the guidance of the obstetrician, so as not to harm the baby.
In addition, to avoid the formation of gas during pregnancy, it is recommended to eat slowly, drink 3 liters of water a day, eat more vegetables, fruits and fiber-rich foods such as brown bread, dry beans or cereals, and avoid greasy soft drinks.
In the case of the gases causing much discomfort, the pregnant woman should consult the obstetrician so that he can evaluate the case and guide the best type of treatment.
Home Remedy for Gases in Pregnancy
An excellent home remedy for gases in pregnancy is fennel tea with lemon balm, because it has stimulating, digestive and antispasmodic properties that help the bowel's functioning and the elimination of gases, reducing discomfort.
Ingredients
- 10 grams of lemon balm
- 2 tablespoons fennel seeds
- 500 ml of boiling water
Method of preparation
Add the ingredients in a pan, cover and let stand for about 10 minutes. Strain and drink up to 3 cups a day.
Yogurt vitamin for gases
A great home remedy for gases is to fight against constipation with a fruit vitamin.
Ingredients
- 1 pack of natural yoghurt
- 1/2 avocado, chopped
- 1/2 seedless papaya
- 1/2 chopped carrot
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed
Method of preparation
Beat all the ingredients in the blender and drink the following. Take this vitamin 2 times a day, morning and afternoon to stop the gas and its discomforts.
Learn more about foods that must be eliminated from food to avoid the gases in Foods that cause gas.
