Beans and broccoli might cause farting when eaten, but mushrooms may also do. That’s because mushrooms are FODMAP foods; FODMAPs are foods which contain short-chain carbohydrates, disaccharides, polyols that are easily fermented by bacteria in the large intestine causing gas, bloating and abdominal discomfort for those sensitive to them.

Mushrooms contain high levels of mannitol, which is a type of sugar alcohol. Some individuals find it hard to digest; furthermore, it draws water into the digestive tract which can lead to diarrhea symptoms.

If you consume mushrooms and experience these symptoms, it’s vital that you visit a doctor right away. In particular, if you suspect Amanita phalloides (commonly known as death cap mushrooms) was consumed, medical help must be sought immediately as poisoning from these poisonous species can lead to severe stomach pain, drowsiness and confusion as well as potential damage to heart, liver and kidney organs.

As well as seeking medical help, herbal remedies like milk thistle (Silybum marianum) may also help treat mushroom poisoning. Homeopathic treatments that may also prove helpful include arsenicum album — for foul-smelling diarrhea caused by food poisoning or traveler’s diarrhea with burning sensations in the abdomen and around anus; and chamomilla — which can assist children who experience greenish, foamy diarrhea while being difficult or difficult to console.

Binder-McAsey notes that whether mushrooms cause farts is subjective. Everyone has different bacteria in their gut, which are affected by diet, lifestyle and stress levels; if other foods seem to be contributing, adding them back one at a time to see how they affect you is the way forward. When adding back mushrooms into your diet cooked might be easier on your digestive system than raw. When adding high fiber foods like beans and whole grains gradually is key.