Lifestyle Tips for Managing Heartburn
- Smoking can aggravate heartburn, so it's a good idea to consider quitting. Talk to your doctor for advice, or visit www.quit.org.au.
- Try to lose excess weight. Being overweight puts extra pressure on your stomach. Talk to your doctor for diet and exercise advice that's right for you.
- Avoid clothing with tight waistbands, especially after meals.
- Some medications may aggravate heartburn - for example, some anti-inflammatory medications used to treat arthritis. Ask your doctor about any medications you are taking.
- Raise the head of your bed by 20 cm or use a wedge pillow to keep your head higher than your stomach.
- Try to reduce stress as much as possible.