Llorekeeper's List: stomach

"There are some foods that will calm gas pains. Try eating a bland diet to avoid acid stomach or have something from the following lists to relieve the annoyance of pressure that has occurred. Some of the best examples are creamed soups, tapioca pudding, and cooked or canned bananas, milk or apple juice. Most cooked fruits, cereals (other than that which is extremely coarse) and cooked vegetables (with the exception of lima skins or seeds, green peppers, parsnips, onions, corn, Brussels sprouts, any beans, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli and any pizza or other Italian sauces or items which are high in acidity – no raw vegetables) are also good choices. Have potatoes baked without the skin or mashed, boiled, scalloped or creamed. You can have eggs if poached, scrambled or cooked soft. Many meats not seasoned nor fried including lamb, fish, chicken, liver, turkey, salmon, veal, tuna and tender beef are acceptable if broiled, baked or boiled."

"What to expect from your doctor
Your doctor will likely have questions for you, too. He or she may ask:

* How long have you noticed an increase in gas or gas pains?
* How many times do you pass gas each day?
* Does eating certain foods seem to trigger your symptoms?
* Have you added any new foods or drinks to your diet recently?
* Have you been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome or another intestinal condition?
* Are you currently taking any antibiotics or other medications?
* Do you have nausea or vomiting with your gas pains?
* Do you frequently chew gum, suck on candies or drink through a straw?
* Do you have gas when you drink milk or milk products?
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