A 'fart' ponder

While we sup our mug of de-caff brew (1 sweetner optional depending on mood), let us take a moment to ponder the notion of farts. I appreciate that an initial blog is usually all about introductions; who am I? why am I writing this? etc etc; however after finding 'The Little Book of Farting' on the bedroom floor, I just had to take a moment to comment on this great work of literature.

Now according to the bible of farting, men fart between 15-17 times in a 24 hour period, while women can only manage 8-9. So why is this? I can not see any biological reason why this could be the case. Is it a social and not biological reason? Women are not 'supposed' to fart, so maybe the farts are saved up (resulting in uncomfortable stomach grumbles) and only released on the toilet during tea breaks at work. Men however, seem to produce 'air biscuits' where and whenever the mood takes them; in fact other men would compliment them on the pitch, duration and odour of their erruptions.

So I appeal to all fellow geeks out there, in helping me conduct a little scientific experiment. Please keep a note of the number of farts you produce in any 24hr period, and let me know the number, your gender and whether you are a vegetarian or not. Now night time farts during your slumber can not be monitered, however if you share your bed with someone maybe they could inform you of any unconcious trumping.

Thank you from the bottom of my bowel and happy farting!