Burping — also known as belching — is a common bodily function that helps to release excess air swallowed during eating or drinking. While occasional burping is a normal part of the digestive process, ...

Burping is often considered a "faux pas," as it can be embarrassing and off-putting, especially in social situations. But for some, the inability to belch can be an issue that can cause discomfort.

You likely learned from a young age that burping is inconsiderate. There's some truth to that according to the manners rulebook, but continuous burping for hours may be a sign of something deeper. If ...

Karleen Gribble is a volunteer breastfeeding educator and counsellor with the Australian Breastfeeding Association, a member of the Public Health Association of Australia and the World Public Health ...