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In fact, by holding a fart in, there is a chance you may instead breathe it through your mouth instead. Yes, really!

When it comes to farts, the healthiest thing to do is let them out. However, it is possible to hold them in if you need to—and it probably won't hurt you.

Holding in a fart means you might ‘breathe it out your mouth’ Bad news for fart holders — an expert has revealed gas can be reabsorbed into your circulation and exhaled.

Why you should never hold in a fart On average, we pass wind around 14 times a day – but some people hold it in and experts have warned against doing this.

But what does holding in flatulence do to our bodies? Gas is a natural byproduct of digestion, and holding it in can cause discomfort, bloating and even nausea. But according to Dr. Ellen Stein, a ...