Antiflatulent

/ˌæntiˈflætʃələnt/ adjective

Definition

Designed to reduce or prevent flatulence (intestinal gas) and the bloating or discomfort it causes.

Etymology

From anti- + flatulent (producing gas). Medical term developed to describe treatments for digestive issues caused by gas buildup.

Kelly Says

Antiflatulent foods and medicines work by breaking down the complex carbohydrates your gut bacteria love to ferment into gas—beano and similar products literally contain enzymes that stop your embarrassing stomach sounds!

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