How To Manage Aerophagia

Take Smaller Bites

When someone is quite hungry, it can be hard for them to take their time eating. However, by gulping down food, individuals significantly increase their chances of swallowing pockets of air with their meal. Again, it takes practice. It usually takes around three to four weeks to pick up a new habit, and though there are some things individuals can do to make it a new habit to take smaller bites.

For instance, they should always make it a point to sit at the table when eating. This triggers the brain that they're eating a meal, and it reduces the feeling of needing to eat quickly as they often would if they're eating while at work or on the road. Ultimately this allows individuals to focus on bite sizes. They can also make it a habit to put their fork down in between bites. This conscious effort serves as a reminder to pay attention to the size of the bite.