Prevents gas, bloating & discomfort. Contains a natural food enzyme. Makes foods easier to digest. Works naturally to help prevent gas before it starts. Take right before your first bite to help stop gas, bloating and discomfort from: beans, broccoli, cabbage, onions, peppers, seeds, soy products, whole grains, cereals and more. Beano contains a natural food enzyme that breaks down the complex carbohydrates found in many foods, making them easier to digest so they don't cause gas.