Passing gas is a bodily function that will certainly get you dirty looks if you decide to do it out in the open.

After all, it is rightfully considered to be in poor taste, and it doesn’t help when you decide to do it in an enclosed space like a lift.

But why do you have gas? Flatulence comes from your intestines and includes the air that you breathe in.

If you are wondering why your farts smell awful, it is an indication that your gut is stuffed with bad bacteria.

However, you might want to reconsider how you look at farting, as letting gas pass is normal for your health. It is actually highly unusual if you don’t release gas about 14 times in a single day.

The food that you eat affects the amount of gas that your gut will produce. Certain food like cabbage, legumes, broccoli and wheat will increase the production of flatulence in your gut.

Fructose, a sugar found in fruits and milk is also gas-inducing. Eating these will undoubtedly cause you to pass gas more frequently.

Meat, eggs and onions have high levels of sulphur which make your farts even more “lethal” than usual.

Farting near a source of fire is also theoretically not advisable as farts contain flammable gases.

If you are a female, you will have much more hydrogen sulphide in your gas, making your farts smell distinctly different from men’s.

To reduce the odour from your farts, practise a balanced diet, exercise daily and simply lead a healthier life.

In terms of etiquette, the best thing you can do in a crowded area is to hurry off to the toilet or an isolated spot to pass gas in privacy.

Holding in a fart is not recommended as it may harm your health, possibly causing cramps or stomach discomfort.

Pills that turn the stink of your fart into sweet scents like chocolate, rose and berry are available over the counter.

These pills are touted to be safe for consumption due to their claim of being organic.

So, perhaps it’s better to let yourself go instead of being filled with hot air.