The truth about ‘fart walks’ – and whether they can really help you lose weight and slash your risk of diabetes [Video]

IF you’ve seen the term ‘fart walk’ floating around on TikTok, you might assume it’s just another social media health gimmick.

But going for a stroll after dinner to encourage you to pass wind is actually incredibly beneficial, experts say.

Not only can it ease bloating and indigestion, it also promotes weight loss.

What’s more, taking a ‘fart walk’ could even slash your risk of diabetes.

Here, we take a look at where the concept came from, how it can improve your health – and how best you can incorporate it into your routine.

A ‘fart walk’ is a 20-minute stroll at a moderate pace after your evening meal to aid digestion.

It seems the term was coined by wellness influencer Mairlyn Smith, who posted about ‘fart walks’ in March 2024.

She said her post-dinner strolls always get things moving down there.

In a now-viral TikTok video, Mairlyn, or @mairlynthequeenoffibre, said: …