Walk around for 10 to 15 minutes
Change positions often
Try gentle stretching or yoga poses
Lie on your left side
Apply a warm compress or heating pad to your abdomen
Sip warm water or herbal tea
Avoid carbonated drinks
Avoid chewing gum and hard candy
Eat slowly and chew food thoroughly
Avoid large meals
Avoid gas-producing foods if they trigger you
Try over-the-counter simethicone
Try an antacid if indigestion is also present
Try peppermint tea or peppermint oil if tolerated
Stay hydrated
Use a toilet if you feel the urge to pass gas or have a bowel movement
Seek medical care if pain is severe, persistent, or comes with fever, vomiting, chest pain, or shortness of breath
