Farting, in most people's minds, is embarrassing. To fart publicly or in the presence of others makes one feel ashamed and embarrassed. Yet did you know that farting is a part of good health? In fact, ...

Let’s talk about something we all deal with but nobody wants to discuss, smelly gas. While passing gas is completely normal and happens to everyone between 13 and 21 times daily, sometimes it can ...

Farting in public can be mortifying—whether it's a loud burst in a quiet room or an unexpected smell. The embarrassing stares, stifled giggles, and threat of ridicule make it really humiliating.

Q: I’ve heard your diet can affect how often you pass gas and how it smells. What else causes foul-smelling flatulence? And how much farting is normal? A: Foul-smelling flatus is largely a function of ...

We share our world, and our bodies with microbes. Researchers have been learning a lot more about how specific species of gut microbes affect various aspects of our health and well-being. New work has ...

Does the uncontrollable release of “stinky” gas during your postpartum period make you wonder what was going on with your digestive tract during your recent pregnancy? You’re not alone. A nursing ...

Specifically, a team from the University of Bath and King’s College London believes that the gas could be used to treat ...

Q: All my adult life, I had problems with foul-smelling gas. This was embarrassing. I also hated that it bothered my wife. Then, I was diagnosed with celiac disease and had to change my diet.