Geltec Maxima Relieve supplement softgels have been specially formulated to reduce bloating and provide relief from flatulence. The Activated charcoal in the formulation is a naturally found substance that has been processed with oxygen to create millions of tiny pores between its carbon atoms. These pores greatly increase the surface area and adsorptive capacity of the carbon atoms enabling them to bind with gases, toxins and unwanted matter in the gut, and remove them from the body. Another ingredient - Anise is a digestive agent that has been proven to help relieve flatulence and bloating. Finally Mint acts as an effective carminative, thereby providing relief from intestinal gas.