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Avoid after-dinner snacking

Eating late at night can aggravate heartburn

Lifestyle Tips

Things that can make reflux and heartburn worse

1Particular foods can make reflux and heartburn worse. Try to identify and avoid the foods that make your symptoms worse.

2Foods that commonly cause increased reflux and heartburn include:

  • Fatty and fried foods
  • Spicy foods and onions
  • Citrus fruits and juices
  • Chocolate
  • Full-fat dairy products
  • Alcohol
  • Caffeine

3Large meals and large portions may aggravate heartburn. Eat slowly and stop before you feel full.

4Eating late at night can aggravate heartburn. Avoid eating for three hours before going to bed.

5Avoid lying down soon after meals.

 

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