How to Get Rid of Gas in Your Stomach: 9 Things That Actually Help
Need relief right now? Start with the first three below — gentle movement, peppermint tea, and a knees-to-chest position are the fastest, simplest things most people can do. Then work through the rest to stop it happening again.
Why Gas Builds Up in the First Place
Trapped gas usually comes from one of two places: air you swallowed (eating fast, drinking through straws, carbonated drinks, chewing gum) or gas produced during digestion as bacteria in your gut break down food. Both are completely normal. It only becomes uncomfortable when it builds faster than it moves through.
9 Ways to Relieve Gas in Your Stomach
1. Take a Short Walk
The simplest and often the fastest. Ten to fifteen minutes of gentle walking helps stimulate movement through the digestive tract and encourages trapped gas to pass. If you've just eaten and feel that tight, full pressure, don't lie down — move.
2. Sip Peppermint Tea
Peppermint has been used traditionally to help relax the digestive tract, and warm liquid on its own encourages things to move along. Ginger and fennel teas are used the same way in many herbal traditions.*
3. Try a Knees-to-Chest Position
Lie on your back and gently draw both knees toward your chest, holding for 30 seconds. Child's pose works similarly. These positions apply light pressure to the abdomen and can help trapped gas shift and release.
4. Apply Gentle Heat
A warm compress or heating pad across the abdomen helps relax abdominal muscles and can ease the cramping feeling that comes with trapped gas.
5. Slow Down and Chew Thoroughly
Eating quickly means swallowing more air, and larger food pieces take more work to break down. Putting your fork down between bites sounds almost too simple, but it's one of the most reliable long-term fixes.
6. Skip Straws, Gum, and Carbonated Drinks
All three send extra air straight into your digestive system. If you're prone to gas, cutting these is one of the easiest changes you can make.
7. Try a Gentle Abdominal Massage
Using flat palms, massage your abdomen in slow clockwise circles — following the natural direction of your colon. Light pressure only.
8. Identify Your Trigger Foods
Common culprits include beans and lentils, cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts), onions, dairy, and artificial sweeteners like sorbitol and xylitol. These are healthy foods for most people — the goal isn't to eliminate them, but to notice your own patterns. A simple food-and-symptom note on your phone for a week usually reveals a lot.
9. Stay Hydrated and Build Fiber Gradually
Fiber supports healthy digestion, but adding a lot of it suddenly is a classic cause of gas. Increase it slowly over a couple of weeks and drink plenty of water alongside it.
When to Talk to a Doctor
Occasional gas is normal. Please check in with a healthcare professional if you experience gas or bloating alongside any of the following:
- Severe or persistent abdominal pain
- Unexplained weight loss
- Blood in your stool
- Ongoing changes in bowel habits
- Persistent nausea or vomiting
- Symptoms that don't improve with the basics above
These can point to conditions that need proper evaluation, and no supplement or home remedy is a substitute for that.
Daily Digestive Support
The tips above help in the moment. If gas and bloating are a regular pattern for you, the longer-term goal is supporting digestion consistently — and that's where diet, hydration, movement, and traditional herbal support all come in.
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FAQ
How long does trapped gas usually last? Most gas passes within a few hours. Movement, warmth, and the positions above generally speed it up.
Is it better to walk or lie down? Walk. Lying flat tends to make trapped gas feel worse; gentle movement helps it move through.
Can supplements help with gas? Supplements aren't an instant remedy. Some people find that consistent daily digestive support — alongside diet and hydration — helps over time.*
Why do I get gas after healthy foods? Beans, cruciferous vegetables, and high-fiber foods naturally produce more gas as gut bacteria break them down. That's a sign of normal digestion, not a problem — introducing them gradually helps.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This article is general wellness information, not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional about your individual situation, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a health condition.