Suffering from heartburn? Nutritionist suggests 7 tips to ease acid indigestion
It is best to avoid food items containing caffeine and chocolates. These ingredients lower the esophageal sphincter and make the contents reverse into the food pipe, causing heartburn.
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Acid reflux and heartburn are chronic issues faced by many of us. This happens when the gastric glands produce more acid than what is required for the digestive process. Heartburn is the burning pain in the chest and just behind the breastbone. Nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee suggested ways by which we can wase heartburn. “Heart burn or acid indigestion can become a chronic problem if adequate measures are not to curb the problem,” read an excerpt of her Instagram post.(Unsplash)
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Small meals: Instead of a heavy meal, take small meals in between the day. That will help in speeding up the digestive process.(Unsplash)
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Caffeine, chocolates: It is best to avoid food items containing caffeine and chocolates. These ingredients lower the esophageal sphincter and make the contents reverse into the food pipe, causing heartburn.(Unsplash)
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Sour fruits: Fruits such as oranges, sweet lime, grapefruit and the juices of these fruits should be avoided.(Unsplash)
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