Aerophagia is when someone unintentionally swallows air. This can cause discomfort and bloating in the stomach.
Sentences with «aerophagia»
Such children often continue to be slow picky eaters or fast untidy eaters who chew inadequately, prefer soft foods or suffer the results of aerophagia — swallowing air while they eat. (tonguetie.net)
Excessive swallowing of air, also known as aerophagia, is a risk factor for flatulence. (petsmagazine.com.sg)
More frequent feeding promotes slower eating, less aerophagia (swallowing of air), improved digestion, and more - consistent metabolic rate. (patrickmahaney.com)