Heartburn is a form of indigestion felt as a burning sensation in the chest, caused by acid regurgitation into the oesophagus.
Acid refluxing back into the esophagus causes heartburn, which is a sign of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). The discomfort is generally stronger after you eat, at night, or when you lie down or lean over. The discomfort is generally stronger after you eat, at night, or when you lie down or lean over.
The discomfort is generally stronger after you eat, at night, or when you lie down or lean over. Heartburn can be caused by certain meals, alcohol, caffeine, aspirin, and acidic foods.
Symptoms of heartburn include:
- Pain in the chest when lying down or bending over.
- Burning sensation in the chest which can last a few hours to a couple of minutes
- Difficulty in swallowing
- Acidic or bitter taste in the mouth
Below are some natural remedies for heartburn:Â
1) Avoid smoking:
Smoking is dangerous to one's health. It reduces saliva production which can increase the symptoms of heartburn. For your good, It's better you avoid smoking.
2) Drink baking soda:
Baking soda is a natural treatment for quick relief from heartburn. It has an alkaline PH which helps neutralize the stomach acid that causes heartburn. Simply put 1 teaspoon of baking soda into water and drink it in order to relieve the pain.
3) Eat bananas:
Bananas contain antacids which help neutralize the acid in your stomach and also relieve indigestion and heartburn. You can also eat other alkaline foods like melons and nuts.
4) Know your trigger foods and avoid them:
Certain foods are capable of triggering heartburn. Identifying the foods that cause heartburn and avoiding them when possible will help you avoid the symptoms of heartburn.
5) Maintain a healthy weight:
When you are overweight, there's excess pressure on your stomach which can increase the risk of heartburn. It is important to eat healthy foods and exercise the body regularly to maintain a good weight.
