Sick of the burning sensation in your throat and chest?
Looking for a way to eliminate heartburn and prevent future problems?
Heartburn is one of the most common ailments that people suffer from throughout the world. Heartburn is not exactly a disorder but rather is a symptom of an underlying digestive disorder which is most commonly acid reflux.
Despite the name, heartburn has nothing to do with the heart. The location of heartburn is usually behind the breastbone, in the area where the heart resides. The most common symptom of heartburn is pain or discomfort that starts in the middle of the chest and can then move up through the throat. This heartburn pain can occur briefly, intermittently, or even steadily for a few hours and is typically experienced after eating or when lying down.
Symptoms of Heartburn
These are some common symptoms patients experience when suffering from heartburn. They vary on an individual basis:
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Difficulty with swallowing, in particular the feeling that food is sticking in the throat even after it has cleared the windpipe.
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Burning sensation in throat and chest. Burning sensation in chest usually starts from sternum and moves towards throat. Sufferers usually experience such sensations after consuming food.
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Regular burping and general discomfort after eating.
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Getting a sour taste in the mouth after burping. Whenever a person feels bitter or sour taste in their mouth, then it indicates that the acid produced in the stomach has refluxed towards the mouth. This is because the digested food after mixing with the acids and juices has been pushed back up the tube and the scent and taste of it comes to the mouth.
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Symptoms increase if you lie down on your back or bend over. Heartburn occurs because stomach acid is not being restrained to the stomach. As a result, symptoms should increase if you lay down or bend over enough so that your upper body is upside down. It is recommended to eat within no less than 2 or 3 hours of your regular bedtime.
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Shortness of breath
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Coughing
Causes
There are quite a few causes of heartburn, ranging from some medications, lifestyle habits and foods you eat. If you constantly suffer from heartburn, it is a good idea to take a note of the foods that you eat and see if you notice any direct connection between what you eat and when you have instances of heartburn. Taking time to realize what you’ve been eating and how your lifestyle may be affecting your digestion can give you a step in the right direction to pinpointing the cause of heartburn. Overeating or eating too rapidly, particularly before exercising, is another common cause of heartburn.
Some of the more common foods which cause heartburn are:
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chocolate
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tomato and tomato products
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alcohol
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citrus fruit
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beverages that contain caffeine
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spicy food
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fried foods
The burning sensation created by heartburn is definitely uncomfortable and can have a negative impact on you.
A site I came across which you may find beneficial is www.heartburnnomore.com. Jeff Martin a Medical Researcher, Nutritionist and Health Consultant has developed a system to help achieve permanent freedom from most digestive disorders.
I have provided vast amounts of free information as well as products which you may find beneficial – If you look through the site I’m sure you will find it of value.
I hope this webpage is of assistance to you. It is continually being improved to provide you with the most up to date resources and information.
Wishing you success,
Peter
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