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January 7 is National Pass Gas Day, a day to celebrate one of the most universal truths about human biology! The origins of this holiday are unclear, but it is believed to have been created as an excuse for people around the world to laugh and be silly. While passing gas may not seem like an appropriate topic for celebration, there's no denying its importance in keeping our bodies healthy.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1976</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Formation of the British Flatulence Society</div><div class='timeline-text'>This society, designed to examine and discuss all things related to farting, is formed, demonstrating public interest in the topic.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Publication of "Fart Proudly"</div><div class='timeline-text'>"Fart Proudly" is published, a humorous book showcasing the historical and cultural significance of farting.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Farting Studies Published</div><div class='timeline-text'>Multiple scientific studies on farting, its implications for health, and social perceptions are published, demonstrating a medical interest in the topic.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Release of Popular Fart Apps</div><div class='timeline-text'>A wave of fart-themed apps like "iFart" and "Pull My Finger" flood the app market, reflecting the humoristic side of passing gas.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Celebration of National Pass Gas Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Although the origins are largely unknown, National Pass Gas Day being celebrated on January 7 gains online documentation and wide celebration.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Play a prank</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Do you have a friend who loves to pass gas? Why not play a prank on them by putting a whoopee cushion on their chair before they sit down or filling their room with helium balloons that make fart noises when popped.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite some friends over and plan a game night with games like 'Pass the Gas' and 'Who Can Pass the Most Gas?'. You can also create your own activities like having a farting contest, who can blow out the most candles with their farts.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat foods that cause gas</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrating National Pass Gas Day doesn’t have to be all about pranks, it can also be about eating some of your favorite foods that cause gas like broccoli, beans, and cauliflower. Try to eat as much as you can and see who can hold in the most air.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go for a walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sometimes the best way to celebrate National Pass Gas Day is to go for a walk or run outside. Not only will you get some exercise but you'll also get to enjoy the fresh air while releasing some of that built up gas.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Listen to fart music</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're feeling particularly festive, why not listen to some good old fashioned fart music? There are plenty of albums available online that feature flatulence sounds as musical instruments, so put them on and get ready to rock out!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Passing Gas Can Relieve Bloating</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sometimes, your body just needs to pass gas and that's perfectly okay! Not only can relieving your body of the extra built up gas help with any abdominal pains or discomfort associated with bloating but it can also allow more room for digestion.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Passing Gas Can Reduce Stress Levels</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Passing gas isn't just a physical action; it can also be therapeutic! In fact, intentionally passing gas has been found to have some positive effects on stress levels, as the process of releasing this pent up pressure can often leave you feeling relaxed and relieved.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Passing Gas is Normal & Natural</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>At the end of the day, passing gas is a completely normal and natural bodily function that everyone experiences. Instead of trying to hide or stifle these unavoidable emissions, National Pass Gas Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate and embrace them in all their smelly glory!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>National Pass Gas Day is a Real Holiday</h3><p class='facts-content'>Believe it or not, National Pass Gas Day, celebrated on January 7, is indeed a recognized day that aims to embrace the natural bodily function.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Breaking Wind is a Marker of Good Health</h3><p class='facts-content'>Passing gas is not just something to giggle about, it's also an indicator of a healthy digestive system.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>On Average a Person Passes Gas 14 Times a Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>It's considered normal for a person to pass gas anywhere between 12 to 25 times a day. So, everyone is unknowingly preparing for National Pass Gas Day on a daily basis!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Beans are Not The Only Food That Makes You "Toot"</h3><p class='facts-content'>Certain starchy foods like potatoes and pasta can also cause gas. Dairy products, oats, wheat, and certain fruits may also add to the gas production in your stomach.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Farting Could Actually Reduce High Blood Pressure</h3><p class='facts-content'>Some research suggests that the gas produced when you pass gas can be beneficial in controlling high blood pressure.</p></div></div>
National Pass Gas Day is celebrated on January 7th every year. In 2024 National Pass Gas Day will occur on a Sunday.
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