Beans and some other legumes, such as peas and lentils, have a reputation for causing gas. Beans contain high amounts of a complex sugar called raffinose, which the body has trouble breaking down. Beans are also rich in fiber, and a high intake of fiber can increase gassiness.

Do green peas cause gas?

They May Cause Bloating

Like other legumes, green peas have been reported to cause bloating, an uncomfortable swelling of the stomach often accompanied by gas and flatulence. These effects may occur for a few reasons, one of them being the content of FODMAPs — fermentable oligo-, di-, mono-saccharides and polyols.

Can peas cause digestive problems?

Pass on the Sugar Snap Peas

The molecules in FODMAPs draw more water into the bowel, which can cause bloating or stomach pain, according to the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders.