Can Scientists Eliminate Flatulence from Beans?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around a scientific development aimed at creating beans that do not cause flatulence. Participants explore the implications of this research, including its necessity and potential effects on the cultural perception of beans.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants question the need for flatulence-free beans, suggesting that flatulence is a humorous and culturally significant aspect of consuming beans.
  • There is a playful tone regarding the idea of "fartless beans," with one participant humorously speculating about the taste differences between flatulence-free and regular beans.
  • Another participant raises a whimsical point about the potential for "designer beans" that could be marketed for different types of flatulence.
  • Some participants express distaste for the topic, indicating a divide in interest and engagement with the discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus, with some enjoying the humorous aspects of the topic while others find it distasteful. Multiple competing views on the significance of flatulence in relation to beans remain present.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes playful and humorous remarks, which may limit the seriousness with which the scientific development is approached. There are also unresolved questions about the sensory qualities of the proposed beans.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in food science, cultural perceptions of food, and humorous takes on scientific research may find this discussion engaging.

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http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/4943486.stm

BBC News said:
A method of creating super-nutritious but flatulence-free beans has been developed by scientists.

Have these scientists got nothing better to do than to try and reduce one of the best side effects of these fruits?
 
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But, its the musical fruit. Have they gone mad?
 
What about the unicorns?
 
They're fermenting the beans?! What were those grad students up to when the boss wasn't looking? "Oh, no, we weren't trying to make alcohol, we were just, er, um, uh, making fartless beans, yeah, that's it!" :smile:

Of course, the article leaves out an important detail...do fart-free beans taste the same as full-fart beans?
 
Moonbear said:
full-fart

I, for one, cannot wait to see this phrase emblazoned on competing brands of old-fashioned beans in the supermarket.

- Warren
 
chroot said:
I, for one, cannot wait to see this phrase emblazoned on competing brands of old-fashioned beans in the supermarket.

- Warren
Will there be designer beans intended to produce maximum gas volumes and noise, and some that produce SBD farts perfect for elevator ambushes?
 
This thread is distasteful!
 
Well it aint tasty.
 

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