Farting

The act of farting has been recorded and often celebrated since ancient times. Farting is not only funny – it also serves to remind us (many times a day) of our shared humanity.

Farting, scientifically known as flatulence, is the release of gas from the digestive system through the rectum and anus. It occurs when bacteria in the intestines break down food during digestion, producing various gases. While it is a universal and entirely natural bodily function (most people pass gas around 10 to 20 times a day), it has long held a …