What to Drink for Fast Gas Relief: Simple Drinks That Work
TL;DR:
- Warm herbal teas (ginger, peppermint, chamomile) are among the fastest home remedies to ease gas.
- Plain warm water helps by supporting digestion and relaxing gut muscles.
- Drinks like lemon water, fennel-seed tea, and kombucha (if tolerated) may help reduce bloating and gas.
- Avoid carbonated drinks, beer, and anything that makes you swallow extra air.
- If gas / bloating is frequent or severe, see a healthcare provider. Underlying conditions (IBS, lactose intolerance, etc.) may be involved.
What to Drink to Relieve Gas Fast
Here are options that tend to bring quick relief when you feel bloated or gassy, along with tips.
1. Herbal teas
These heat + herbs combos are usually pretty fast-acting:
| Tea | Why it helps | How to use |
| Peppermint tea | Menthol in peppermint relaxes the stomach and intestines, helping trapped gas pass. | Steep fresh or bag tea, drink warm. Don’t drink if you have acid reflux—peppermint can worsen it. |
| Ginger tea | Ginger has compounds that stimulate movement in the gut and reduce irritation. | Slice fresh ginger, steep in hot water, sip slowly. |
| Chamomile tea | Gentle, anti-inflammatory, helps relax gut muscles. Also calming, which helps if stress is part of the problem. | |
| Fennel tea / infusion | Fennel seeds are carminative (help gas escape), mild and fragrant. |
2. Warm water / infused water
- Plain warm water helps relax muscles in the GI tract and can encourage gas to move along.
- Add lemon juice or a mild vinegar (like apple cider vinegar) diluted: small amounts can stimulate digestion.
3. Probiotic / fermented drinks
- Kombucha (fermented tea) with live cultures may help by supporting gut flora (but watch sugar & carbonation).
- Kefir or other fermented drinks/milk-based probiotics are helpful if your digestive system tolerates them.
4. What to avoid
To help relief happen faster, avoid drinks that can make gas worse:
- Carbonated drinks (sodas, sparkling water, beer) — they introduce extra gas.
- Drinking too fast, using straws. Swallowing air increases gas burden.
Tips for Getting Faster Relief
- Sip slowly; let the drink be warm-not hot.
- Sit upright or take a short walk after the drink to help movement.
- Gentle abdominal massage (in circular motion) can help move trapped gas.
- Avoid tight clothing; pressure can trap gas.
When to See a Doctor
If gas+discomfort:
- lasts over a day or more continuously
- comes with severe pain, fever, vomiting, blood in stool
- causes unexpected weight loss
These may suggest a more serious digestive issue.
Sources
- Healthline — 20 Foods and Drinks That Help with Bloating Healthline
- MedicineNet — 25 Foods and Drinks That Help Relieve Bloating Fast MedicineNet
- Verywell Health — 15 Ways to Relieve Stomach Gas Verywell Health
- Brigham and Women’s Hospital — Gas & Bloating: Natural Remedies Brigham and Women’s Hospital
- OSF HealthCare blog — Why you’re bloated and how to get fast relief OSF HealthCare
