A day of air travel can throw a wrench into the inner workings of your digestive system, causing gas, bloating and the need to release some pressure.
There isn’t much research on the topic, but in a 1969 study 18 military men “agreed to avoid passing of gas” during a simulated flight. As their simulated altitude climbed from ground level to nearly 30,000 feet, their average abdominal gas more than quadrupled.Being at high altitude also seems to slow down the muscle contractions that keep the contents of your digestive system moving, Moshiree says. Experts don’t know why this happens, she adds.
Watch what you eat. Starting the day before your departure, avoid foods that you know make you gassy, says Tamara Duker Freuman, a dietitian in New York City who specialises in digestive conditions. Common culprits include high FODMAP foods such as beans, onions, garlic, wheat and certain nuts, dairy products and fruits.On your travel day, continue to avoid these foods.
For some people, carbonated beverages can increase gas symptoms, Freuman says. But for others, seltzer may help them burp a bit and reduce gas build-up. “Know thyself,” she says, and choose your beverages accordingly.
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