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Simple Changes to Help With Heartburn

Causes of constant Heartburn and indigestion can be an indication of overeating, bad food choices or something more serious. Fortunately, simple improvements in the foods you eat can provide relief. A wide variety of foods can trigger heartburn or indigestion by relaxing the band of muscles at the end of your esophagus so it cannot keep out stomach acid. By avoiding spicy foods with black pepper or chili powder, garlic and raw onions, citrus foods like tomatoes, oranges, and grapefruit, fried or fatty foods, alcohol or anything with caffeine such as coffee, tea, soft drinks, heartburn and indigestion can be greatly lessened or avoided. For overall healthy digestion and to minimize acid reflux, make sure you get plenty of fiber from a variety of vegetables, non-citrus fruits, and whole grains. Drink enough fluids to help your body absorb important nutrients and lubricate food waste, and use low-fat methods when cooking. Try drinking herbal chamomile tea after dinner or before