Is the Soup Diet Healthy?

3. Flatulence from Soup Ingredients

Bacteria that lead to flatulence flourish in some foods, particularly the vegetables and cabbage found in soups acceptable for the soup diet. People sensitive to this effect may experience increases in their microbiota, which results in gas. It is possible for some to uphold a steady gut flora balance, however, and avoid these issues. Herbs like cumin, chamomile flowers, and ginger can help alleviate flatulence.