Published on: 5/21/2025
Why Do Some People Burp a Lot After Eating?
People burp a lot after eating because they swallow air, which can occur when eating quickly, talking while eating, or chewing gum.
Explanation
Burping, or belching, happens when extra air is swallowed and then released from the stomach through the mouth. This can occur when people eat too fast, talk while eating, or chew gum.
Why Does This Happen?
- Swallowing Air: Eating quickly or talking while eating can cause people to swallow more air. This air needs to escape, leading to burping.
- Chewing Gum: Chewing gum can also increase the amount of air swallowed, which might result in more burping.
Managing Burping
- Eat Slowly: Taking your time while eating can help reduce the amount of air swallowed.
- Avoid Chewing Gum: This can decrease the amount of air you swallow.
- Be Mindful of Talking: Try not to talk too much while eating to avoid swallowing extra air.
These strategies can help minimize burping by reducing the amount of air that enters the stomach.
(References)
- Bredenoord AJ. (2013). Management of belching, hiccups, and aerophagia. Clinical gastroenterology and hepatology : the official clinical practice journal of the American Gastroenterological Association, 22982101.
- Silva AC, Aprile LR, & Dantas RO. (2015). EFFECT OF GUM CHEWING ON AIR SWALLOWING .... Arquivos de gastroenterologia, 26486285.
- Bredenoord AJ, Weusten BL, Timmer R, & Smout AJ. (2006). Air swallowing, belching, and reflux in patients with .... The American journal of gastroenterology, 16817838.
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