Controlling Heartburn With Lifestyle Changes

Obesity increases abdominal pressure, which can then push stomach contents up into the esophagus. According to some statistics, approximately 35% of overweight persons experience heartburn. The good news is that for many people, as little as a 10% decrease in weight will improve their heartburn symptoms. For example, if a person who weighs 200 pounds loses just 20 pounds, it will improve his or her heartburn symptoms.

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