If you have recently been diagnosed with a condition that causes chronic heartburn, whether it is GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, also known as Acid Reflux Disease) or another digestive disorder such as a hiatal hernia or an ulcer, you'll want to learn more about what conditions cause heartburn, how to prevent your symptoms and what foods can trigger acid reflux.
Understanding Heartburn
The Mechanisms of Heartburn / Acid RefluxWhat causes heartburn, how it can be treated, how it can be prevented.
What Increases Your Risk of Developing Acid Reflux
There are several factors that can increase your risk of suffering from acid reflux (heartburn). Some of these factors you can have a message of control over, and for those you can't control, you can reduce the occurrences of acid reflux.
10 Heartburn Facts You Should Know
Did you know appropriately 60 million adult American suffer from heartburn at least once a month, and about 25 million adult American suffer from heartburn daily? This is one of the facts about heartburn. Learn what the others are.
10 Heartburn Myths You Should Know the Truth About
Popular heartburn myths, and the truth about what heartburn is.
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Understanding the Conditions That Cause Heartburn
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) does not close properly and stomach contents leak back, or reflux, into the esophagus.
Ulcers
Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and complications involved with peptic ulcers.
Hiatal Hernia
Some people suffer from Gastroesophageal reflux disease because they have a hiatal hernia. Learn what a hiatal hernia is, and how to live with it.
Gastritis
Gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining. Several things can cause gastritis, one of which is chronic bile reflux. Although it doesn't cause heartburn, some of the symptoms are similar to those produced by heartburn, and it's treated in a similar way to GERD, by taking medication to reduce stomach acid.
Gastroparesis
Gastroparesis, also called delayed gastric emptying, is a disorder in which the stomach takes too long to empty its contents. It often occurs in people with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes. One of the symptoms is heartburn
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Preventing Heartburn
10 Lifestyle Changes That Can Prevent Heartburn / Acid RefluxHeartburn symptoms can often be relieved if sufferers make a few lifestyle changes. Follow these ten suggestions to significantly reduce the occurrence of acid reflux symptoms.
10 Steps to Preventing Nighttime Heartburn
Nearly eight in ten heartburn sufferers experience symptoms at night. If staying up all night isn't the option you are prepared to take for handling your nighttime heartburn, the following suggestions should help you.
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Dietary Changes For Heartburn Control
Good Foods / Bad Foods For Heartburn Sufferers Anyone suffering from heartburn needs have a special acid reflux diet. Below are resources that will help you learn what foods are safe and what foods to avoid, how to prepare your food with heartburn-friendly recipes, and menu plans to give you suggestions for heartburn-safe meals.
Foods Safe For Heartburn Sufferers
The foods listed in this table are the most common foods that are usually pretty safe for heartburn sufferers to eat.
Foods Heartburn Sufferers Should Avoid
The foods listed in this table are foods that you may be able to enjoy occasionally, in moderation.
Foods Heartburn Sufferers Should Eat in Moderation
The foods listed in this table are the most common foods that can produce heartburn.
Heartburn-Free Recipes
These recipes that will help heartburn-sufferers prepare food that will aide in good digestion.
Heartburn-Friendly Menus
These sample menus will provide you with suggestions for heartburn-friendly meals.
