National Pass Gas Day

National Pass Gas Day is not the most common holiday in the world, but why not? We hide obscene sounds so as not to make others laugh and to avoid embarrassment. Relax – January 7 is the very date on which you can let go without holding back!

History

It is not known who first said that releasing gases is a shameful act. This is an absolutely natural process of the body and is also very useful. Gas is a product of digestion that should not remain inside the body. The person who decided that this was an indecent act had a strong influence on society.

Did you know that emitted gases contain methane, carbon dioxide, and even hydrogen sulfide if we eat certain foods? It’s amazing that the “explosive mixture” is flammable! We’re sure you have seen experiments where a lighter is brought to the point during the process. Hey, don’t repeat these actions; celebrate National Pass Gas Day in a safer way!

Interesting Facts

Did you know:

• each person passes gas 10-20 times daily;
• there are people who study flatulence – they are called flatologists;
• men are more likely than women to release gases;
• farting is a sign of a healthy intestine, there is nothing to be ashamed of;
• the process also occurs at night—do not be surprised if your loved ones have already heard you fart a hundred times;
• the first joke about farting dates back to 1900, according to some researchers. By the way, Shakespeare himself enjoyed such funny stories, so they existed much earlier;
• legumes cause increased gas production.

How to Celebrate

Stop being shy on National Pass Gas Day. Do it at least once a year! Get a special pillow that makes similar sounds and prank a colleague or a person on public transport. If you rarely pass gas, see a doctor—this may be a bad sign. Find out which foods do not cause bloating.

When is National Pass Gas Day in 2025?

National Pass Gas Day is observed annually on January 7.

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