Sometimes, when people fly, they get the 'runs', that means they have to go to the airplane bathroom a lot. This happens because airplanes are pressurized, like being in a giant bubble. The pressure change can make your body act differently, especially your stomach and bowels. Also, airplane food is usually salty or spicy, which makes people feel more like they need to use the restroom. Think of it like eating too much pizza before going on a rollercoaster, you're not surprised when things get messy.
Examples
- Mom eats her airplane meal, spicy chicken and mashed potatoes, and starts feeling queasy within an hour.
- Dad drinks two cans of soda, and the airplane pressure makes his stomach feel like it's doing the cha-cha.
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See also
- Why Do We Get ‘The Runs’ on Airplanes?
- Why Do Humans Have a 'Gut Feeling'?
- Why Do Humans Get 'The Runs' on a Plane?
- How does an airplane fly, defying the force of gravity?
- Can You Still Enjoy Moldy Cheese After Cutting Off the Rotten Parts?
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