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Controlling Heartburn With Lifestyle Changes
By Sharon Gillson, About.com Guide
Updated September 18, 2008
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by the Medical Review Board
Clothing that fits tightly around the abdomen will squeeze the stomach, forcing food up against the LES, and cause food to reflux into the esophagus. Clothing that can cause problems include tight-fitting belts and slenderizing undergarments.
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- Eat smaller, more frequent meals
- Limit your intake of acid-stimulating foods and beverages
- Don't lie down for about three hours after you eat
- Elevate your head a few inches while you sleep
- Maintain a reasonable weight
- Don't smoke
- Don't drink alcohol
- Relax
- Don't wear belts or clothes that are tight fitting around the waist
- Keep a heartburn record
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