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HOW YOU CAN EASE HEARTBURN AND ACID REFLUX YOURSELF
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[QUOTE="tarzen22, post: 91039"] Heartburn is a burning feeling in the chest caused by stomach acid travelling up towards the throat (acid reflux). If it keeps happening, it's called gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). The main symptoms of acid reflux are: [LIST] [*]heartburn – a burning sensation in the middle of your chest [*]an unpleasant sour taste in your mouth, caused by stomach acid [/LIST] You may also have: [LIST] [*]a cough or hiccups that keep coming back [*]a hoarse voice [*]bad breath [*]bloating and feeling sick [/LIST] Your symptoms will probably be worse after eating, when lying down and when bending over. [HEADING=3][B]LOTS OF PEOPLE GET HEARTBURN FROM TIME TO TIME. THERE'S OFTEN NO OBVIOUS REASON WHY.[/B][/HEADING] Sometimes it's caused or made worse by: [LIST] [*]certain food and drink – such as coffee, tomatoes, alcohol, chocolate and fatty or spicy foods [*]being overweight [*]smoking [*]pregnancy [*]stress and anxiety [*]some medicines, such as anti-inflammatory painkillers [/LIST] [HEADING=3][B]HOW TO RELIEVE ACID REFLUX WITHOUT MEDICATION[/B][/HEADING] [HEADING=3][B]1. EAT SPARINGLY AND SLOWLY[/B][/HEADING] When the stomach is very full, there can be more reflux into the esophagus. If it fits into your schedule, you may want to try what is sometimes called "grazing"—eating small meals more frequently rather than three large meals daily. [HEADING=3][B]2.DON'T DRINK CARBONATED BEVERAGES[/B][/HEADING] They make you burp, which sends acid into the esophagus. Drink flat water instead of sparkling water. [HEADING=3]3.STAY UP AFTER EATING[/HEADING] When you're standing, or even sitting, gravity alone helps keeps acid in the stomach, where it belongs. Finish eating three hours before you go to bed. This means no naps after lunch, and no late suppers or midnight snacks. [HEADING=3]4.DON'T MOVE TOO FAST[/HEADING] Avoid vigorous exercise for a couple of hours after eating. An after-dinner stroll is fine, but a more strenuous workout, especially if it involves bending over, can send acid into your esophagus. [HEADING=3][B]5.SLEEP ON AN INCLINE[/B][/HEADING] Ideally, your head should be 6 to 8 inches higher than your feet. You can achieve this by using "extra-tall" bed risers on the legs supporting the head of your bed. If your sleeping partner objects to this change, try using a foam wedge support for your upper body. Don't try to create a wedge by stacking pillows. They won't provide the uniform support you need. [/QUOTE]
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