27/12/2025
Heartburn is a burning feeling in your chest. It's caused by stomach acid moving up towards your throat (acid reflux). Symptoms are often worse after you eat, lie down or bend over.
Do
eat smaller meals often
try to lose weight if you're carrying extra weight
if you are stressed, try to find ways to relax
raise the top of your bed to stop the flow of acid into your throat
Don't
do not have food or drink that may trigger your symptoms - such as coffee, alcohol or chocolate
do not eat for 3 or 4 hours before you go to bed
do not wear clothes that are tight around your waist
do not smoke - get help to quit smoking
do not drink too much alcohol
do not stop taking any prescribed medicine without speaking to your GP first
