Modern Wisdom #737 - Dr Karan Rajan - Debunking The Internet’s Biggest Health Myths
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Jan 27, 2024 
Dr. Karan Rajan, a surgeon and clinical lecturer at the University of Sunderland, takes on popular health myths with flair. He explains why you shouldn’t hold in your farts, the secret life of a surgeon, and the connection between gut health and mood. Discover the surprising facts about probiotics, the link between IBS and modern lifestyles, and the real implications of breaking your heart! With humor and insight, Karan reveals how understanding digestion can lead to better health.
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Exhaling Farts
- Avoid holding in farts, as a small percentage will enter your bloodstream.
- This fart gas travels to your lungs and gets exhaled, so you'll breathe out fart fumes.
Burp Origins
- Burps primarily originate from swallowed air, fizzy drinks, and gut microbiome byproducts.
- Acid reflux can also contribute to excessive burping.
Spicy Food and Burping
- Fatty and spicy foods increase cholecystokinin (CCK), a hormone that delays gastric emptying.
- This leads to increased stomach content and a higher likelihood of burping and reflux.
