TED-Ed: Why do we pass gas? - Purna Kashyap

The video explains how the human body produces gas, primarily through bacterial fermentation in the intestines. It discusses the role of gut bacteria in digesting undigested food, producing gases like hydrogen, carbon dioxide, and sometimes methane. The video also covers the impact of diet on gas production, highlighting foods that increase gas due to indigestible carbohydrates. It explains the interactions among different bacteria and how they affect gas volume. Additionally, it addresses conditions like lactose intolerance that can lead to increased flatulence, emphasizing that gas production is a natural and healthy process.

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