People are only just realising why some farts feel warmer than others
Ever farted and wondered why it felt warmer than previous wind?
Well, fear not.
A professor explained why our flatulence can differ in ‘temperature’ and shared the reason behind why trumps might sound different.
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While passing wind is one of the more taboo subjects, getting well acquainted with your farts is rather important.
As a typical person breaks wind between five and 15 times a day, you’re bound to have a wide range of squeaks and sounds coming from your bottom.
And the temperature of your pop-off is one to keep an eye on.
Lisa Ganjhu, DO, clinical associate professor in the Division of Gastroenterology at NYU Langone Health, noted that farts can feel ‘hot’ as they exit the body.
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However, this is more to do with perception rather than a temperature change.
“Everything is based on your body temperature,” the professor explained to Men’s Health.
“The heat of the gas that comes out of your body is going to be the same temperature as what your body is.”
Some people can even experience a ‘burning’ sensation when they fart which can mimic a feeling of ‘warmth’.
Despite this, Professor Ganjhu urged you shouldn’t feel any pain when letting one rip.
She voiced this could mean that something could be wrong – such as hemorrhoids or fissures – and therefore should contact a doctor for advice.
However, the ‘burning’ sensation could be caused by eating either spicy or acidic food.
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“If it burns your mouth going down it’s going to burn your butt coming out,” Professor Ganjhu added.
“The tissue in your mouth is very similar to the tissue in your rectum.”
To help neutralise the acid, then drinking water is the best bet for you and your farts.
Although, if your frequent farting is getting on your nerves there are ways that can minimise the amount of gas and the smell of it.
The official NHS website reassured that breaking wind is ‘normal’ and usually nothing to worry about.
“Everyone farts, some people more than others,” the NHS website states.
“What’s normal is different for everyone.
“If you notice a change or it’s affecting your life, there are things you can do.”
Some of these things include drinking peppermint tea, eating smaller meals but more often and regular exercise.
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In regards to extra pungent wind, the NHS informs digesting air when you eat and munching on foods that are difficult to digest could be the problem.
The website added: “It can also sometimes be a sign of a health condition.
“Do not self-diagnose.
“See a GP if you’re worried about your farting.”
Staying away from smoking and booze can also help ease your smelly wind.
For more information on farting, then you can read the NHS website.
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