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Trapped wind is the build up of air bubbles in the stomach and lower intestine. When suffering from trapped wind you may feel bloated, feel the need to belch or break wind and your stomach may rumble.
Our digestive system produces different gases naturally but problems occur when the body can’t disperse these gases. Tiny air bubbles may travel down the intestine, collect and cause pain and discomfort, as well as flatulence
There are many different causes of trapped wind but these include:
- Certain types of food and drink are known to increase the production of gas (e.g. beans, cauliflower and root vegetables)
- Drinking too many carbonated drinks can add excess gas to your digestive system
- Swallowing air due to gulping down food too quickly, or eating on the move can cause trapped wind