This topic is about the digestive experiences and challenges faced by someone with an ostomy after enjoying a homemade chili, similar to Wendy's style. The meal, while delicious, led to significant gas, rapid output, and abdominal discomfort. Here are some helpful insights and advice for managing such situations:

1. Gas and Bean Management:
- Beans, especially their skins, can cause gas. Chew them thoroughly to avoid whole beans exiting the stoma.
- Consider taking a gas aid like Beano or a generic gas enzyme tablet before and after meals heavy in beans.
- Some people find Gas-X ineffective for intestinal gas, but others have had success with Atrantil, a plant-based supplement.
- Fizzy drinks like Coke Zero can help with burping but might also add gas, so test them cautiously.

2. Portion Control and Food Testing:
- Introduce problematic foods slowly, starting with small servings rather than large portions.
- Softer or smaller beans, such as pinto, navy, or canned pork-’n’-beans, are often easier on an ileostomy.
- Consider pureeing chili in a blender or opting for bean-less recipes to enjoy the flavor without the skins.
- Keep track of individual trigger foods and combinations, as some people experience issues with peanuts, corn, green peppers, or large amounts of popcorn.

3. Physical Techniques for Gas Relief:
- Try a gentle clockwise abdominal massage.
- Change your body position by lying on your right side for about 20 minutes, then on your back, and repeat as needed.
- Light exercise can be beneficial, but avoid strenuous activities if you're uncomfortable.

4. General Tips:
- Tums may help with bean-related heartburn.
- A sudden increase in output after a brief slowdown is common and can be humorously seen as an internal "cleanse."
- For more tips, you can look up "Essential Ileostomy Tips for Beginners – Wellness Guide" on the forum.