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March 29
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Members playfully engaged with the question about whether you can hold your breath and swallow at the same time, with most trying the... Read more

Members playfully engaged with the question about whether you can hold your breath and swallow at the same time, with most trying the experiment themselves and reporting mixed results. The conversation sparked curiosity and lighthearted debate, with some members insisting it's physically impossible while others claimed they successfully did it, leading to discussions about the mechanics of swallowing and automatic breath-holding. A recurring theme was the playful, experimental spirit of the community, with members sharing laughs, Easter greetings, and good-natured teasing throughout the thread.

A MyMSTeam Member

Yes I tried - I held my nose then tried to swallow - it was so difficult at first then yes I did kind of swallow BUT my ears popped!!

March 29
A MyMSTeam Member

I don't know...just sometimes reaching out and asking questions gives us more knowledge, @A MyMSTeam Member.

March 29
A MyMSTeam Member

You can hold your breath AND THEN SWALLOW, you CANNOT do them all at once.

March 29
A MyMSTeam Member

I CAN kiss my knees, @A MyMSTeam Member, unlike @A MyMSTeam Member. You know I am chuckling now girl. 😜

March 29
A MyMSTeam Member

It’s automatic to stop breathing when you swallow. If you didn’t, food and drink would go down your windpipe.

March 30

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