How to Relieve Your Painful Heartburn

Last Updated on January 7, 2021

Heartburn is that terribly unpleasant feeling which happens when acid from the stomach climbs up into your food pipe and throat, causing a burning pain. This is also called acid reflux.

Heartburn pain can last for many hours or even more. It often worsens by eating, as well as lying down, as it can even increase the pain, which may result in sleepless nights.

Although it’s not a serious condition, persistent acid reflux can damage the lining of the food pipe.

1- Stay Away from Over-the-Counter Medicines

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Antacids like Rolaids, Maalox, Tums, and Alka-Seltzer can provide you with instant relief, but in reality, they don’t target the source of your heartburn issue.

They can even cause new digestive problems, such as gas, cramps, diarrhea, and constipation, as well as they may interconnect with other drugs you’re taking.

In case your heartburn occurs over twice a week or is prolonged for more than a couple of weeks, you should see your doctor or try one of the following remedies.

2- Do a Simple Acid Reflux Test

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Acid reflux, or heartburn, occurs when your body produces too little or too much HCI, the acid responsible for breaking down food in your stomach.

The next time you’ll experience heartburn, you can do a simple test at home by drinking a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. If it relieved the symptoms, it means that your body isn’t making enough HCI. Then, you can mix pure apple cider vinegar with water and sip it as you eat.

But if the test worsens your symptoms, it means that your body’s making too much HCI. You may consider trying to drink 2 or 3 teaspoons of baking soda (mixed with water) every day, add a quarter to a half teaspoon per glass.