One surprising heartburn culprit? After-dinner mints. Research says they may relax the valve at the top of the stomach -- allowing stomach acid to creep up.
Prop Yourself Up for Better Sleep
Does heartburn wake you up at night? Lying down makes it easier for stomach acids to go up into your esophagus. To keep acid down, use gravity. Try a specially designed wedge-shaped pillow to prop yourself up. Not enough? Boost the head of your bed 6 inches with wood blocks secured under the bedposts. Sleeping on your left side can also help digestion and calm acid reflux.Going to bed on a full stomach makes nighttime heartburn more likely.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
How to Take Better Action Shots on the RunHow do you take a great running photo without hiring a professional photographer or spending all afternoon screwing around with your self-timer settings?
Consulte Mais informação »
7 Tips to Prevent Dehydration in ChildrenFollow these seven tips from WebMD to keep young athletes safe from heat illness and dehydration.
Consulte Mais informação »
A Doctor Explains What Causes Those Painful Muscle Cramps and How to Prevent ThemIf you've ever been struck by muscle cramps mid-workout, you know how excruciating they can be.
Consulte Mais informação »
How to keep your family and pets safe in a heat waveSummer is here and it’s not messing around. Here are some tips to stay cool and safe in a heat wave.
Consulte Mais informação »
10 Running Tips You Must Try to Survive Summer’s Hottest Heat WaveWhen temperatures are scorching, you’ll need to take some extra precautions before lacing up.
Consulte Mais informação »