Why Beans Cause Gas and the Simple Solution
In this article:
- Why an indigestible carbohydrate in beans and legumes causes excessive gas.
- How to prepare beans, chickpeas, lentils and other legumes in a way that reduces flatulence problems.
- How to use a special digestive enzyme to enjoy beans without the gassy after effects.
Why Beans Give You Gas
Beans, and other legumes like chickpeas, lentils and soybeans, are high in soluble fiber, which is considered beneficial for digestion. Unfortunately, it’s this soluble fiber that is also central to why they cause so much gas when you eat them.