Carbonation is just carbon dioxide gas trapped in water. That gas is begging to get out.
When you drink soda, that gas expands inside your stomach. Your stomach gets a little bloated and uncomfortable.
But here’s the genius part. That pressure triggers a reflex. You take a deep breath, and BURP—the gas escapes.
That burp is a release valve. It relieves internal pressure. Suddenly, your stomach isn’t a ticking time bomb anymore.
Think of it like popping a balloon. The air leaves, and everything relaxes. Your stomach does the exact same thing.
