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Everybody farts. But here are 9 surprising facts about flatulence you may not know.

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Posted 12/6/2014 9:26 AM (GMT -5)
I found this totally relevant.

http://www.vox.com/2014/12/4/7332411/fart-flatulence

This caught my eye especially,

"What's more, you also benefit. Scientists are still unraveling the role of the microbiome in digestion, but it's known that the same bacteria that produce gas also generate vitamins and fatty acids that help maintain our colon lining, and may support our immune systems."


More good carbs?

Good reading

Post Edited (twiggs) : 12/6/2014 7:37:59 AM (GMT-7)

Posted 12/6/2014 11:16 AM (GMT -5)
Thanks for sharing.

Over the years (and the current research on the microbiome is backing this up), I've come to learn that flatulence is a great thing. It's a sign of bacterial fermentation, which is a key indicator of bowel health. I don't think I can make fun of farting anymore.

Sharting, on the other hand, is a far different story...
Posted 12/6/2014 11:52 AM (GMT -5)
My dad always says: farting is all the fun of crapting without the need for cleanup (although he doesn't have uc so, yes it can involve cleanup for us...)
Posted 12/6/2014 1:45 PM (GMT -5)
Well I fart a lot more now, and I'm only dealing with IBS and not IBD anymore...I will never have my body figured out! lol
Posted 12/6/2014 8:20 PM (GMT -5)
I'm definitely much, much gassier while in remission.
Posted 12/6/2014 11:51 PM (GMT -5)
i fart more than anyone i know. it's like i am a gas making machine. i've learned to use it as torture in my house, and it's quite hilarious.
Posted 12/8/2014 12:17 AM (GMT -5)
I don't trust farts, the same way my grandfather didn't trust communists. Rightfully so, might I add.
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