# @healthline on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Dbqh9O6lQ_r
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/68675745-healthline-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-08-05T16:07:36.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Healthline (@healthline) — https://gondola.cc/healthline

## Caption

Is your protein shake causing extra gas? 💨

Flatulence, or passing gas, is simply your body’s way of releasing trapped air and digestive gases from your gut. While the average person farts 5 to 15 times a day, a sudden spike can make you wonder if your diet is to blame.💡 The truth? Protein itself usually isn't the primary culprit.

Here’s the breakdown on protein farts:
1️⃣ Lactose sensitivity: Whey and casein powders may contain lactose. If you're sensitive to dairy, undigested lactose ferments in your gut, leading to excess flatulence.
2️⃣ Artificial sweeteners: Sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners added to protein bars and powders are tough to digest and frequently cause gas and bloating.

How to get rid of protein farts:
1️⃣ Switch your protein powder: Whey protein isolate has most lactose removed, making it much easier to digest. You can also try non-dairy plant sources like pea or soy protein.
2️⃣ Incorporate soothing herbs: Herbs like ginger or peppermint can help soothe your gastrointestinal tract, relieving symptoms like gas and bloating.
3️⃣ Cut other gas-inducing carbs: Watch out for other common culprits in your diet, such as cruciferous veggies, beans, lentils, garlic, onion, and excess dairy.

📌 Save this for the next time you're feeling gassy.

#digestion #proteinshake #gasrelief #flatulence #proteinpowder #guthealth

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proteinshake, guthealth, proteinpowder, gasrelief, flatulence, digestion

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