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)