Burping is one of the biggest issue faced by everyone. But we Indian's treat our burping very loud and odd manner. Burping is the discharge of digestive gas through the mouth. In most cases, it is associated with sound and odor, but rare. It is triggered by swallowing of air while drinking or eating. Also, it can be prompted by drinking beer, champagne, or soft drinks and in most cases, nitrogen and oxygen are expelled.
1. Discomfort
Burping is more pronounced in babies, especially after breast feeding. If you want to expel carbon dioxide, relieve the baby by patting his/her on the back. This is a great way to relieve discomfort, bloating and spitting up.
2. Gastric Issues
There are many ways you can try to prevent gas accumulation in your tummy. For breast feeding mothers, it is important to ensure the milk bottle slants on an angle so that no air penetrates the nipple. Additionally, breastfeeding mothers should steer away from diet s that cause burping such as beans and broccoli.
3. Tension
Belching your baby not only prevents excess gas but also helps relieve pressure after feeding. When done properly, burping can expel carbon dioxide from the stomach. If you are a parent, burping your baby may be frustrating. Therefore, make sure that you use the right technique.
4.Digestion
Burping also aids in digestion by preventing excess gas. In order to promote healthy digestion, you can add ginger to your tea. Before you retire to bed, consume mashed garlic to prevent the build-up of gas in the stomach.
5.Stomach Health
Belching is commonly occurring especially after feeding or drinking carbonated drinks. While belching is healthy, you may want to reduce excessive burping. In most cases, excessive burping indicates poor digestion. Therefore, belching is good for the stomach as it aids in digestion.