does eating protein cause horrible gas?

Edithrenee
Edithrenee Posts: 546 Member
edited October 12 in Food and Nutrition
I am just wondering if something is wrong i have added alot of protein to my diet and i have not done this before but, I usualy have soem gas issues anyway because i eat alot of salad... But today exspecaily!!! I mean sorry if it is TMI but i am really bad right now.. My husband is running out the room it is so bad, and my kids to.. :( I cant stop it huts to hold it in...

and who else can i ask? Is it embarrassing to say? of course... I know everyone may think im joking but hey you dont know me so I dont feel to gross asking.. Im just having issues right now.. like im not just saying one or two little ones, they are like in 10 minutes 10 gas bubbles.. lol im so embarrassed... HELP could it be protein or should i go get checked out by a doctor?
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  • MaudeBeige
    MaudeBeige Posts: 282
    LOL... I'm having the same problem today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • aippolito1
    aippolito1 Posts: 4,894 Member
    No. Increasing fiber intake too quickly causes gas. (say, your whole day's fiber is in one meal versus spread throughout the day - or consistently eating 30g of fiber per day when before, you were eating less than half that amount consistently).
  • ajbeans
    ajbeans Posts: 2,857 Member
    It's just gas. Could be caused by anything. No need to see a doctor -- just get some GasX and don't worry about it.
  • oneoddsock
    oneoddsock Posts: 321 Member
    I don't pretend to have a sensible, scientific answer to your question, but meat definitely makes me parp.
  • Edithrenee
    Edithrenee Posts: 546 Member
    lmbo im sorry you all lol but it is kinda weird i think im th e only female with the problem in the first place sometimes.. I mean even my hubby wont poot in front of me and that is all i do it seems.. lol and today is just been extreame... i was wonding if it was my age even. lol. I guess it may be fiber, i have been drinking alot of shakes with fiber or peanut butter and salads, i did have roast yesterday with carrots and potaotes lol
  • newsboys
    newsboys Posts: 5
    My wife jokes that I get gas just from breathing.

    I have noticed any change in my diet can cause more gas than normal. Sure, extra fiber certainly is a culprit, but a lot of meat or a few eggs for breakfast, both high protein items, will do it to.

    The good news is your body will (probably) adjust to the change in diet over time. Until them, issue gas masks for the family!
  • Edithrenee
    Edithrenee Posts: 546 Member
    well at least i may have made some people get a good laugh!! Cheers!! lol
  • david_swinstead
    david_swinstead Posts: 271 Member
    I get gas from protein shakes, as do the 2 other guys I know who have them.
  • Edithrenee
    Edithrenee Posts: 546 Member
    My wife jokes that I get gas just from breathing.

    I have noticed any change in my diet can cause more gas than normal. Sure, extra fiber certainly is a culprit, but a lot of meat or a few eggs for breakfast, both high protein items, will do it to.

    The good news is your body will (probably) adjust to the change in diet over time. Until them, issue gas masks for the family!

    Hey! i did have alot of eggs this week... :) I was in the military to i should have gotten a few gas masks lol
  • Smiler106
    Smiler106 Posts: 124 Member
    If you take charcoal tablets after you eat it will stop it from smelling so bad.
  • kellyyjean
    kellyyjean Posts: 499 Member
    I would guess Fiber.
  • Cueball55
    Cueball55 Posts: 152 Member
    when i first started drinking protein shakes, i got major gas as well, but it goes away (anecdotal).
  • ItsJustK
    ItsJustK Posts: 159 Member
    That's the worst, I'd rather eat tofu than booty toot around my hubby. Hope you're feeling better soon.
  • Edithrenee
    Edithrenee Posts: 546 Member
    That's the worst, I'd rather eat tofu than booty toot around my hubby. Hope you're feeling better soon.
    yes!! thank you exspecialy if he wont do it ever!!! lmbo
  • andrejjorje
    andrejjorje Posts: 497 Member
    Yes you do get gas mainly because of the lactose if your protein powder is not lactose free. I had this problem for years then I switched to lactose free and now the problem is gone. If you have lactose intolerance then this is the answer.
  • TrainingWithTonya
    TrainingWithTonya Posts: 1,741 Member
    It depends on the person. Some people get it from protein and some get it from grains. Whatever you've upped this week is probably the culprit.
  • twentycent
    twentycent Posts: 5
    Allergies to lactose, or soy may be the problem. Examine what new foods your eating, soy turns me into a farting machine I eat about 275g. Of protein a day and gas is never a problem.
  • Nana_Booboo
    Nana_Booboo Posts: 501 Member
    I only notice this if I eat processed roast beef - lunch meat. I can't tell you why.
  • marleebaby
    marleebaby Posts: 105
    It's the fiber! I had it happen to me too, for about three straight days, it was terrible! My boyfriend was scared. I thought it was funny and took a pepto. My body isnt used to all my new fibery foods.

    You should track fiber along with protein on your chart if you aren't already!
  • jeni_Giedd
    jeni_Giedd Posts: 61
    Too much seafood causes some serious issues - also, I've just had the flu for going on four days now - farts are not to be trusted!
  • jhardenbergh
    jhardenbergh Posts: 1,035 Member
    I don't know about the protein thing, but if you chew alot of sugarfree gum, that causes horrible gas, if you don't believe me ask my wife, she suffers cause I love sugar free gum.
  • janet_pratt
    janet_pratt Posts: 747 Member
    Turkey. Oh dear what turkey does to me! And turkey chili is just wicked!
  • Sabresgal63
    Sabresgal63 Posts: 641 Member
    Too Much Protein & Gas
    1 Comments
    Jul 26, 2011 | By Carly Schuna
    Too Much Protein & Gas Photo Credit Jupiterimages/Comstock/Getty Images

    Gas isn't always caused by eating a plateful of beans or having food that doesn't agree with you. In some cases, the diet plan you follow can make gas and other digestive problems more likely to occur. That can happen with high-protein diets in particular, since they often exclude or limit foods that encourage healthy and efficient digestion.
    Causes

    Both soluble and insoluble dietary fiber play important roles in the digestive process, according to MayoClinic.com. The problem, however, is that a protein-rich diet has little to no room for so many high-fiber foods. Such eating plans often call for limiting amounts of fruits, vegetables and grains in favor of dairy, meat and plant-based proteins. That imbalance can eventually result in digestive issues including gas, bloating and related symptoms. You might also notice gas if you're regularly eating a certain protein-rich food to which you have an intolerance or an allergy, such as whey or soy protein.
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    Risks

    If you're experiencing chronic gas as a result of consuming too much protein, you may also be putting your health at greater risk. American Council on Exercise scientist Cedric X. Bryant points out that eating protein in excess of your body's needs can produce fat gain, dehydration or calcium loss, which is particularly dangerous for women. MayoClinic.com dietitian Katherine Zeratsky also remarks that high-protein diets can raise risks of constipation, diverticulitis, liver and kidney problems, cancer or heart disease.
    Remedies

    Making simple adjustments to your diet may be all you need to get rid of gas. MayoClinic.com recommends getting a maximum of 175 g protein daily and getting at least 45 percent of your calories from carbohydrates, so try shifting the balance of what you eat to fall within those parameters. The clinic also recommends eating more slowly at mealtimes, taking measures to reduce stress in your life whenever possible and gradually bringing more fiber in your diet instead of rapidly increasing it.
    Considerations

    Following a high-protein diet can be healthy in the short term if you also eat some carbohydrates and healthy fats. Protein can be filling enough to help you curb your calorie consumption and steadily lose weight, and it can also help you build lean muscle mass when you combine it with regular strength training. However, the risks of eating too much protein aren't limited to occasional gas, so if you feel your diet is not balanced, speak with your physician about potentially adjusting it.
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    References

    MayoClinic.com; High-Protein Diets - Are They Safe?; Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D.; June 19, 2010
    MayoClinic.com; Dietary Fiber - Essential for a Healthy Diet; November 19, 2009
    ACEFitness.org; Are There Any Risks Associated with Excess Protein Consumption?; Cedric X. Bryant; 1999
    MayoClinic.com; Bloating, Belching and Intestinal Gas - How to Avoid Them; April 23, 2011
    MayoClinic.com; Healthy Diet - End the Guesswork with These Nutrition Guidelines; February 22, 2011


    Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/501648-too-much-protein-gas/#ixzz1jUDxpeiw
  • Blue71
    Blue71 Posts: 28 Member
    Probably the salad & fiber. For me, increasing protein has eliminated this problem. Also, avoiding super high fiber veggies & grains helps a wicked lot.
  • Edithrenee
    Edithrenee Posts: 546 Member
    Too Much Protein & Gas
    1 Comments
    Jul 26, 2011 | By Carly Schuna
    Too Much Protein & Gas Photo Credit Jupiterimages/Comstock/Getty Images

    Gas isn't always caused by eating a plateful of beans or having food that doesn't agree with you. In some cases, the diet plan you follow can make gas and other digestive problems more likely to occur. That can happen with high-protein diets in particular, since they often exclude or limit foods that encourage healthy and efficient digestion.
    Causes

    Both soluble and insoluble dietary fiber play important roles in the digestive process, according to MayoClinic.com. The problem, however, is that a protein-rich diet has little to no room for so many high-fiber foods. Such eating plans often call for limiting amounts of fruits, vegetables and grains in favor of dairy, meat and plant-based proteins. That imbalance can eventually result in digestive issues including gas, bloating and related symptoms. You might also notice gas if you're regularly eating a certain protein-rich food to which you have an intolerance or an allergy, such as whey or soy protein.
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    Risks

    If you're experiencing chronic gas as a result of consuming too much protein, you may also be putting your health at greater risk. American Council on Exercise scientist Cedric X. Bryant points out that eating protein in excess of your body's needs can produce fat gain, dehydration or calcium loss, which is particularly dangerous for women. MayoClinic.com dietitian Katherine Zeratsky also remarks that high-protein diets can raise risks of constipation, diverticulitis, liver and kidney problems, cancer or heart disease.
    Remedies

    Making simple adjustments to your diet may be all you need to get rid of gas. MayoClinic.com recommends getting a maximum of 175 g protein daily and getting at least 45 percent of your calories from carbohydrates, so try shifting the balance of what you eat to fall within those parameters. The clinic also recommends eating more slowly at mealtimes, taking measures to reduce stress in your life whenever possible and gradually bringing more fiber in your diet instead of rapidly increasing it.
    Considerations

    Following a high-protein diet can be healthy in the short term if you also eat some carbohydrates and healthy fats. Protein can be filling enough to help you curb your calorie consumption and steadily lose weight, and it can also help you build lean muscle mass when you combine it with regular strength training. However, the risks of eating too much protein aren't limited to occasional gas, so if you feel your diet is not balanced, speak with your physician about potentially adjusting it.
    The 4 Day IBS Remedy Stop the Bloating, Gas & Discomfort New Probiotics + Enzymes Solution 1-IBS-IrritableBowelSyndrome.com
    Become a Personal Trainer Financial Aid - 6 Month Program. Free Job Placement For Graduates! NPTIFitness.com/Personal-Trainer
    Trying to Get Lean? 20g Protein, 4g Non-Fiber Carbs. No Sugar Alcohols, No Trans Fats. www.QuestProteinBar.com
    Vanilla Protein Mix Great tasting vanilla protein. Make shakes, add to coffee & recipes. www.UNJURY.com
    Sponsored Links
    References

    MayoClinic.com; High-Protein Diets - Are They Safe?; Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D.; June 19, 2010
    MayoClinic.com; Dietary Fiber - Essential for a Healthy Diet; November 19, 2009
    ACEFitness.org; Are There Any Risks Associated with Excess Protein Consumption?; Cedric X. Bryant; 1999
    MayoClinic.com; Bloating, Belching and Intestinal Gas - How to Avoid Them; April 23, 2011
    MayoClinic.com; Healthy Diet - End the Guesswork with These Nutrition Guidelines; February 22, 2011


    Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/501648-too-much-protein-gas/#ixzz1jUDxpeiw

    THANKS!! I THINK I MAY HAVE TO LOOK INTO IT BECAUSE I HAVE OSTEO ALREADY AND THAT IS WHY I AM DOING STRENTH TRAINGING AND UPPING MY PROTEIN.. DANG, AFTER READING THIS IM AFRAID OF THE NOT JUST GAS BUT THE OTHER SIDES EFFECTS LISTED I DOTN NEED TO NOT ABSORB CALCIUM! OH WOW.. IT IS ALL SO CONFUING LOL
  • servilia
    servilia Posts: 3,452 Member
    What did you eat exactly? Protein in and of itself has never caused me gas.. the only time was a specific protein powder but when I switched brands it stopped. So it was a specific ingredient in there, not the protein..
  • cbrodbe2
    cbrodbe2 Posts: 1
    For the shorter version rather than reading some huge amount of whatever...

    A lot of gas could be caused by a high protein/fat diet. The reason being that protein is primarily broken down in the stomach and fat is primarily broken down in the small intestine. Eating huge amounts of protein, which fat will follow because you cant get one without the other, may take your body more time to break down in the intestines. This could be the cause of more gas.
  • LizardQueen4PointOh
    LizardQueen4PointOh Posts: 245 Member
    I've had some pretty bad bouts of gas myself and wondered the same thing. My poor husband tries desperately to keep the covers pressed down when it happens in bed. I really do feel bad for him... sort of. :laugh: Oh and it's really not cool when I'm doing yoga. :noway:
  • Brad805
    Brad805 Posts: 289 Member
    During the transition to a higher protein diet it sure can for some. I have been there. Your body should get used to it and adjust. Tons of broccoli has the same effect on me.
  • megansteiner17
    megansteiner17 Posts: 1
    Try and spread your protein and fiber throughout your meals.
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