Nasty gas coming out of my back side ....HELP
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telm2018
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I have been on a great streak with working out and eating good. But I have some serious gas that is to the point of embarrassing and is keeping me locked in my house. Could it be the whey protein (Gold Standard double chocolate) that I take post workout? I also am not maxing out my protein, so not sure if its on the whey? Any suggestions on protein shakes that don't gas you up??
Thanks,
Thanks,
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I've never had a problem with whey. Have you started eating higher fiber?2
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Broccoli ... that's my bane. Mix that with several whey shakes a day and the results can peel paint. Although it doesn't keep me locked in my house, I'm sure there are several people that would like to lock me in there.17
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i would be looking at complex carbs as a more probable source of gas - broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower are potential gas-makers; beans will cause this if not consumed with rice which somehow mitigates the gas production.
Eliminate one (1) thing at a time for a few days to see if you can narrow down the possible causes.2 -
A friend of mine has this issue. I've not noticed it personally but some people are more sensitive to lactose/ dairy than others so it could be a factor. You could try a vegan protein, like pea protein and see if that makes a difference? Or just get your protein from non-dairy food.
I thought adding chickpea flour to my diet (make my own flatbreads, they're delicious) was getting me too much protein and that's why I was producing such interesting fragrances... but it turns out it's just the chickpeas. Nothing to do with protein levels. Some things just don't agree with some people.4 -
No idea what causes it but my gym was empty today, don't know if that was me13
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SOme protein powders do this to me too. I've had good luck with Bluebonnet dual. But in general a big increase in protein without some adjustment will do it.0
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cwolfman13 wrote: »I've never had a problem with whey. Have you started eating higher fiber?
Other than that, there are foodstuffs that are notoriously gassy: cabbage, beans, sprouts. If you've started eating things like that then that might be a contributing factor.
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I have been on a great streak with working out and eating good. But I have some serious gas that is to the point of embarrassing and is keeping me locked in my house. Could it be the whey protein (Gold Standard double chocolate) that I take post workout? I also am not maxing out my protein, so not sure if its on the whey? Any suggestions on protein shakes that don't gas you up??
Thanks,
Stop taking it for a week and see if your problem persists.
If you have just changed your diet to include some new foods it could be a particular food.
I get my protein from food not shakes. Are protein shakes really necessary for you to consume?0 -
Try shaking up the container the whey comes in. Sometimes it’s just the ingredients aren’t mixed properly and settles to the bottom.2
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Protein and fiber is a deadly mix for me. Best stay down wind! Lol1
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Maybe your body has become lactose intolerant or has difficulty processing foods containing gluten?3
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I think I will lay off the shake for now, see how that goes. I have increased my fiber intake come to think of it. I probably should eliminate one food at a time and see what happens. thanks for the suggestions and comments1
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How do you react to the shake after you drink it? Some people have issues with drinking it but they usually get the runs from it not gas.
How long has it been going on? More than a day? If it's only been today I wouldn't worry all that much and see what happens tommorrow.0 -
Try a different brand and if issue continues try a vegan version. “What causes gas” can be different for everyone.0
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Yep, whey protein can definitely do that. I mean, so I've heard...you know, from a friend.4
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the gas part is always present when you consume a lot of fiber...the smell part is due to foods being consumed that when processed in the gut become foul smelling. Typically people who eat a lot of crap, sweets, pastries, fast food, processed meats, have generally foul smelling gas and poop due to all the crud in the food.
It is likely your "smelly gas" is due to the protein powder. If you are in a maintenance program and are not exercising to lose weight, I'd skip the protein shakes in favor of high protein foods. Eggs, Pumpkin seeds, Greek yogurt, Trail mix, Tuna or Salmon, lean meat and poultry are better for you.17 -
I don't know about crap food causing foul gas.... mine is the worst from healthy things such as onions, cabbage, broccoli/cauliflower, etc etc. Junk food is no problem. LOL8
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Fake meat products give me the worst toots.1
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Some things that make me very gassy are: pea protein, spirulina, legumes, gluten and dairy.
I'd say try to cut back on those and see if you have the same problem.
How long have you had this? If it's persistent might be worth getting tested for food allergy or intolerance?
Taking probiotic supplements has also helped me.0
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