Experiencing heartburn? Here's how you can manage it
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- From avoiding maida-based foods to chewing the food slowly before gulping, here are a few ways to prevent heartburn.
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Heartburn is the burning sensation right behind the breastbone. Some of the common causes of heartburn are acid reflux, alcohol consumption, spicy food and overeating. In most cases, heartburn may not indicate anything serious. "Heartburn occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach," wrote Nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee.(Unsplash)
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We should be mindful about chewing the food completely before gulping it down. When we eat too fast, it can lead to undigested food in the stomach, resulting in heartburn. (Unsplash)
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One of the best ways to prevent heartburn at night is to not eat anything at all for three hours before going to bed. (Unsplash)
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Food items such as citrus fruits, chocolates and tomatoes can trigger heartburn. We should consume a balanced diet with fruits, vegetables and grains that can keep the body alkaline. (Unsplash)
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Maida-based foods, alcohol and smoking can also trigger heartburn. We should avoid them at all costs. (Unsplash)
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