What do the president of the United States, Harry Styles, and your next-door neighbor all have in common? Farts.
Whether you find farting improper or you’re someone who isn’t afraid to let it rip, everyone cuts the cheese one way or the other.
While farting is often seen as embarrassing, it's actually a healthy sign of digestion and can even provide insights into our overall health. So, whether you're someone who discreetly passes gas or lets it out with pride, it's worth paying attention to this common yet often overlooked bodily function. Your farts, especially if they're unusually smelly, might just be signaling it's time to check in with a healthcare professional.
Why Do We Fart?
Your body is designed to fart, and you can expect an average of 10 to 20 farts per day, says Harvey Hamilton Allen Jr., a gastroenterologist at Digestive Disease Medicine of Central New York.
