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Actually they can - this has to do with the placement of the larynx - but around nine months, when nursing subsides (and eating more solid food occurs) the larynx moves lower down in the throat, occluding the previous passage of air and fluid at the same time, but allowing increased vocal ability. This gives infants the ability to breathe and nurse at the same time. (Page 80 of the November 2010 Discover magazine has a short discussion of this.)

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Where swallowing food or liquids and breathing at the same time causes coughing would it worsen gastroesophageal reflex disease?

Yes, swallowing food or liquids and breathing at the same time can lead to coughing and potentially worsen symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The coughing may increase the pressure in the abdomen, leading to more reflux of stomach contents into the esophagus. This can exacerbate the symptoms of GERD such as heartburn and regurgitation.


How did David Blaine hold his breath for a long time?

David Blaine holds his breath for a long time through rigorous training and meditation techniques that allow him to slow his heart rate and conserve oxygen. He also practices specialized breath-holding exercises to increase his lung capacity and improve his overall breath control.


Held your breath what would the concentration of air in your lungs do?

If you hold your breath, the concentration of oxygen in your lungs will decrease as your body uses up the available oxygen. At the same time, the concentration of carbon dioxide will increase as it accumulates from your body's metabolic processes. This imbalance triggers the urge to breathe and is essential for maintaining proper gas exchange in the body.


Which gender can hold their breath the longest?

Every female can hold their breath for a diffrent amount of time than other females,so it depend on the girl


Is it possible to hold your breath for 2 minutes?

Yes, it is possible for some people to hold their breath for 2 minutes or longer with practice and training. However, holding your breath for extended periods of time can be dangerous and should be done with caution.

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Can some adults still breath and swallow at the same time?

No, because humans can't do two things at once.


Why it's impossible to breath and swallow at the same time?

Cause its impossible to birth with liquid going down your though


Is it possible to breath and swallow at the same time?

Yes. If you would like the food to go down your air tube...get stuck...can't breathe and choke...then yes, yes it is.


How do we breath while eating?

The only time when your airway is blocked is when you swallow your food so you can breathe while eating.


How do babies drink and breath at the same time?

Infants are able to drink and breathe at the same time due to the fact that their hyoid bone sits slightly higher than adults. This acts like a snorkel to the larynx. In adults, the hyoid drops so we must close our airways with the epiglottis while we are drinking.


What every living thing does at the same time?

breath.


Can you hold your breath and pick your nosie at the same time?

no because if your really holding your breath you should be holding your nosie


Does snuff make you out of breath easy?

Yes it does, Because the fine grinds of tobacco in snuff makes you spit more and you are trying not to swallow at the same time you spit, and that makes you take less breathes. Yes it does, but nothing in it itself does. Just having something in your mouth makes it more difficult to breath, especially if you are doing something intensive.


Can you drink and speak at the same time?

no No you can't, because when you drink, meaning to swallow, you automatically lock your airway (trachea). Now in order to form words and speak you have to blow out the air which makes the vocal cords swing and makes the sound come out. this can't happen as long as your airway is locked, just as you can't breath and drink at the same time.


How can you breath through your nose and mouth at the same time?

yes, but it is very hard


What can you do at the same time every day?

breath, think, the basics man. get with the program


What happens when you swallow and hiccup at the same time?

When you swallow and hiccup at the same time, the normal swallowing motion can be interrupted by the involuntary contraction of the diaphragm that occurs during a hiccup. This can cause an uncomfortable sensation in the throat or chest. It is a rare occurrence and typically resolves on its own.