What foods give you gas? Gassy Vegetables Everyday Health Menu NewslettersSearch Excessive Gas Foods That Cause Excessive Gas Experiencing lots of gas, flatulence, and burping after a meal? It's probably because the foods you're eating are hard for your body to break down, and your body is telling you so. By Diana RodriguezMedically Reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH Reviewed: October 18, 2013 Medically Reviewed It's natural to experience gas. Your body releases it as a byproduct of undigested foods through burping and flatulence up to two dozen times a day. But if you sometimes experience painful or Gas may also be caused by foods that the small intestine cannot handle because it doesn't contain enough of an enzyme called lactase. This enzyme breaks down lactose, the sugar that's in milk and milk products. If Foods and Flatulence: The Biggest Offenders Everyone's body reacts differently to different foods — some people have no trouble digesting milk products, while other people suffer excessive gas from it. To figure out what's triggering your flatulence, pay attention to the foods you eat, and keep a diary to link symptoms of excessive gas to your diet. The different types of sugars found in foods — including fruits and vegetables — are often difficult for the body to handle. Here are specific foods fitting this description: Milk and dairy productsStarchy foods like potatoes and pastaWheat and oat branFoods sweetened with artificial sweeteners, such as soda, gum, and hard candyBananas, peaches, apricots, pears, and raw applesRaisins and melonsPrunes and prune juiceColas and fruit drinks sweetened with fructoseBeans and lentilsOnions, green peppers, shallots, and scallionsCauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and peasCorn, celery, artichokes, asparagus, and carrotsNot all of these foods may give you excessive gas, and you may find completely different foods that do. (Keep in mind that NEWSLETTERS Sign up for our Digestive Health Newsletter SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The Latest in Excessive Gas 8 Easy Ways to Tame Excessive Gas Excessive gas can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. Here are 8 easy steps that may help.By Beth W. OrensteinMarch 18, 2020 Home Remedies for Gas and Bloating Ginger and peppermint may do more than add flavor to your food. These are just some of the natural remedies for gas, and chances are they're already in...By Mary Elizabeth DallasJanuary 12, 2018 Why a Healthy Diet Can Cause Gas Colorful fruits and veggies may do a body good, but they're not exactly easy on the digestive tract. But don't let excessive gas scare you away from a...By Diana RodriguezMarch 25, 2014 Surprising Things That Make You Gassy Do you often find yourself with that bubbling feeling in your stomach that you know is gas? Find out about foods and quirky causes that may be to blame...By Karen AppoldFebruary 7, 2014 The Causes of Excessive Gas Your diet or even a health problem can lead to problems with excessive gas.By Diana RodriguezNovember 8, 2013 Top Gas-Producing Foods Excessive gas can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. Find out how cutting back on certain gas-producing foods can ease digestive discomfort.By Mary Elizabeth DallasAugust 1, 2013 Be Active to Beat Bloating You can do a lot to help prevent or reduce bloating from excessive gas through regular exercise and other simple remedies.By Mary Elizabeth DallasAugust 1, 2013 Study Shows Depression Affects IBD Patients and Their Siblings New research is the first to show a bidirectional link between inflammatory bowel disease and depression.By Ashley WelchOctober 6, 2022 Gut Check: Can Cookie Dough Really Harm Your Gut? It’s not just the raw eggs that can make you sick.By Kaitlin SullivanOctober 4, 2022 Early Research Reveals Key Player in Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease A 2-part study mostly done in mice revealed that B vitamins may play a role in slowing the progression of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.By Kaitlin SullivanSeptember 23, 2022 MORE IN Diverticulitis Causes and Risk Factors Should You Be Eating Prebiotics to Treat UC? Fibromyalgia: What to Eat, What to Avoid Wellness inspired Wellness enabled FacebookTwitterInstagramPinterestYoutubeTikTok About Us Careers Editorial Policy Newsletters Meet Our Health Expert Network Privacy Policy Health News Accessibility Statement Terms of Use Contact Us Feedback Do Not Sell My Personal Information Popular Topics AdChoices NEWSLETTERS Get the best in health and wellness SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. A PROPERTY OF EHGLogo More From Everyday Health: Castle Connolly Top Doctors DailyOM Diabetes Daily Everyday Health Care Migraine Again 1996-2022 Everyday Health, Inc. Everyday Health is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. Badges Badges Badges