What Causes Heartburn?

What Causes Heartburn?

There are many causes of heartburn besides the well known hot foods and chocolate. The following is a list of other causes of heartburn.

1. Smoking: Smoking worsens GERD.

2. Pills: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen can cause heartburn. So can antibiotics, calcium channel blockers, sedatives, osteoporosis drugs and bronchodilators.

3. Fish oil supplements: The fish is fine, but the oil can contribute to heartburn.

4. Stress: Stress is associated with heartburn, but it may be due to the fact that stressed out people are more aware of and sensitive to symptoms.

5.  Peppermint: Peppermint can aggravate heartburn.

6. Excess weight: Being overweight contributes to heartburn.

7. Genetics: If you are unlucky, you have inherited a predilection for heartburn.

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