10 Foods That Cause Gas
Food #4: Cruciferous Vegetables
Cruciferous is a family of vegetables that include cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, and bok choy. These vegetables are rich in vitamins and minerals that provide numerous health benefits. However, consuming too much can cause gas. If you have ever eaten too much of one of these vegetables you may have experienced first hand its gas-causing effect.
These vegetables contain fiber, raffinose, and sulforaphane. Sulforaphane is broken down into the sulfurous compounds that are behind foul-smelling farts. However, these sulfurous compounds may also have cancer-preventing effects. Thus, rather than eliminating the food, simply avoid eating the foods raw. Steaming or cooking can help break down tough fibers that can worsen gas.
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