Foods to avoid during a heartburn

Aug 12, 2019, 19:54 IST
Heartburn is a commonly found health problem, which also causes a lot of discomfort on a day to day basis. It causes a painful burning sensation in the lower chest. This happens when the stomach acid flows back to the esophagus. Your diet plays a key role in maintaining gut health. An unhealthy diet can trigger heartburn. Some foods are worse for this condition. Avoiding the intake of such foods is a quick way to prevent heartburn. Read here to know some foods you must avoid to keep heartburn as well as acid reflux at bay.



It is advisable to avoid these fruits when experiencing a heartburn



Citrus If you are experiencing the early symptoms of heartburn them you must avoid citric foods. Citrus can elevate the symptoms of heartburn and make the situation worse for you. You should avoid all sources of citrus. Say a big no to orange juice, grape juice, lemon juice and other juice with citric acid.



Spicy foods Spicy foods indirectly lead to heartburn. The presence of capsaicin in spicy foods makes the digestion process slow. Poor digestion is another cause of heartburn. Spicy foods can trigger other stomach related issues.



Alcohol Alcohol consumption is bad for your health. It can also contribute to symptoms of heartburn. Alcohol consumption can also increase the amount of stomach acid especially wine and beer. Alcohol can damage other internal organs of the body as well.





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