The 10 Foods You Need to Avoid if You Have Heartburn

#10 – Carbonated Beverages and Heartburn

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Carbonated beverages cause gastric expansion. And when your stomach is distended, it puts more pressure on the esophageal sphincter, promoting acid reflux. People with heartburn may be wise to stay far away from all types of carbonated beverages.

You should find your own triggers! Consider using this 10-slide list as a guide to help you detect your heartburn foods as well as heartburn trigger situations. And keep in mind that too much of any food or ingredient can promote heartburn. It’s not just what you eat, it’s rather how much and when you eat.

Also, avoid eating a large meal right before you lie down, as it will likely cause heartburn even though it doesn’t include any of the 10 foods we mentioned in this article.