Beans, Broccoli, and Belly Laughs: The Foods That Make You Fart
- Hello Farts
- Jan 3
- 1 min read
Gas is a natural byproduct of digestion, but certain foods turn your gut into a full-on toot factory. Let’s dive into the funniest offenders and how to enjoy them responsibly.
Gassy Food Hall of Fame
Beans: It’s no secret—they’re the OG of gas-causing foods. According to Healthline, beans are loaded with fiber and raffinose, a complex sugar that your gut bacteria love.
Broccoli & Cabbage: Packed with nutrients and gas-causing sulfur compounds. Worth it? Definitely.
Carbonated Drinks: All that fizz doesn’t stay in your drink—it ends up in your stomach, ready to make an exit.
Tummy-Friendly Gadgets
Gas-Reducing Cookware: Pots designed to reduce gas-causing compounds during cooking. Check out brands like SimmerMat.
Funny Aprons: “Master of the Toot Kitchen” or “Chef of Gas-trophysics”—because if you’re gonna cook gassy foods, own it.
The “Fart-O-Meter”
We rank foods by their gassy potential:
Low: Bananas, rice, chicken
Medium: Onions, apples, cheese
High: Beans, broccoli, soda
Now you know which foods to avoid—or embrace—before a big event.