Flatus Odor Judge

Emily Bayliss

Odor judges are quite common in labs that research mouthwash and test it by gusts of bad breath. However, this just takes it too far. A Minneapolis gastroenterologist paid people to endure others’ farts. Sixteen people volunteered to eat pinto beans and proceed with any feelings of flatulence. After each “episode of flatulence,” The odor judges then sat down with at least 100 samples and they rated just how bad the smell was. The samples were also chemically analyzed. Be glad you don’t have this crappy job when your friend lets one go and has control of the window locks.