Heartburn is a fairly common symptom that almost all of us have experienced at least once in our lifetimes. Using antacids and other over the counter medications is not a wise idea if you are suffering from repeated and chronic attacks of heartburn. So a variety of heartburn home remedies have been compiled together for people who have different reasons for heartburn. if you experience severe or chronic heartburn be sure to contact your doctor. This may be an indication of a more serious problem.

1) Heartburn during Pregnancy

Pregnancy is almost always associated with heartburn and related troubles, more so during the 1^st trimester. It is prudent to stay away from using medications to combat heartburn during pregnancy. Home remedies for heartburn provide you with a safer alternative and do not have any untoward side effects.

Use 2-inch piece of ginger. Peel off the skin and wash it. Now coat this ginger with a little salt and chew on it. Ensure that you gulp down all the salty ginger juice and when you are done; swallow the ginger remnants.

2) Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease and Heartburn

This disorder is characterized by heartburn at night and also after eating or while stooping or lying down. There is concomitant irritation and inflammation of the esophagus in this disorder, so the heartburn remedies used here need to be mild and soothing to the throat and gullet too.

A fine blend of 3 oils; namely peppermint oil, clove oil and mustard oil is the best solution to combat the heartburn due to acid reflux in GERD. Mix these 3 together in equal proportions in a cup and use a teaspoonful of this mixture. Do not drink any water for the next 30 minutes.

3) Heartburn due to Overeating

Many a times when you come across your favorite food, you tend to over indulge. This can lead to bloating, flatulence and heartburn. The best remedy here is to use remedies that can speeden the digestion of food.

The best and tastiest solution to heartburn and indigestion is pineapple. Simply eat a slice of this wonderful and tasty fruit and you will be relieved of heartburn and bloating in just a matter of 5 -10 minutes.

4) Heartburn due to Eating Spicy or Sour Food

Too much of spices or sourness in your food can cause heartburn due to irritation of the stomach lining. This irritation can cause the reflux of gastric contents, and you end up having heartburn with sour eructations and regurgitation of sour bile or food.

Apple cider vinegar is a fine remedy in such cases. Just drink a teaspoonful of this and make sure that you drink a glass of water immediately after that.

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