bit of knowledge but it may come in handy for a few of you.
have you ever chocked on your own saliva? I mean just sitting maybe talking, maybe doing absolutely nothing and out of the clear you choke. no reason, you just start chocking. that has happened to me and also my daughter in law many times. you actually cannot get enough air and it is frightening. you make a squealing type of sound in an attempt to breathe. no piece of chicken or food product or anything else is at fault.
here is a remedy that works for me in seconds. as soon as you feel that happening walk quickly to the microwave and add about an ounce of water to a glass and heat it for about 30 seconds or so. very warm almost hot but not so hot as to burn you face off. sip it and you will be able to breathe in seconds.
this works and remember it if you have loved ones or for yourself. naturally it won't work if something large is responsible. then you need the Heimlich maneuver