Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies
Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies
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ISBN: 9781305886865
Author: Sizer, Frances , WHITNEY, Ellie
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Choking is a serious health condition which is caused by the blockage of air passage into the lungs. It occurs due to inhalation or ingestion of food or some object. It results in obstruction in the airways that prevents breathing.

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