While some of us might not want to admit it, everyone passes gas. But how often is normal? A research letter published in the May 29, 2026 JAMA Network Open can shed some light on this.

    In this investigation, 6416 participants used a phone app (called Chart Your Fart) to record each incident. The average was 5 episodes per day, with a range of 2 to 7. Most episodes occurred in the evening.

    The authors concluded:

    Our study provides a good indication of regular flatulence habits and a starting point for conversations about excess. High participation and sustained engagement also indicate flatulence is an area of interest in the population and warrants greater discussion.